Federal Register #2026-15912

FAA Amends and Revokes Alaska RNAV Routes as Part of Airspace Modernization

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, announces amendments to air navigation routes in Alaska as part of a broader modernization effort. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - No products or services are being procured - Key Actions: - Amendment of United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-10 - Revocation of Alaska RNAV Routes J-804R and J-889R - Purpose: - Part of a comprehensive airway modernization project for Alaska - Transition from ground-based navigation aids to modern navigation systems - Extension of RNAV Route Q-10 to mitigate the loss of J-804R - Revocation of J-804R and J-889R due to lack of use and modernization - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or unique procurement requirements are included - The action is regulatory and does not involve procurement of goods or services

Description

This final rule amends United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-10 and revokes Alaska RNAV Routes J-804R and J-889R in Alaska as part of a comprehensive airway modernization project for the state of Alaska. The amendment extends RNAV Route Q-10 beyond Middleton Island VOR/DME to EURKA, OP, Canada, WP, mitigating the loss of J-804R. The revocation of J-804R and J-889R is due to the transition away from ground-based navigation aids and lack of use. The rule is effective October 29, 2026, and aims to ensure safe and efficient air traffic flow within the National Airspace System.

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