Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-26 and V-63; Establishment of Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T-464; and Revocation of the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point; in the Vicinity of Wausau, WI, 65521-65523 [2022-22165]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 209 / Monday, October 31, 2022 / Rules and Regulations Oxford, ME, to support IFR operations in the area. History The FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register (87 FR 50021, August 15, 2022) for Docket No. FAA–2022–0903 to establish Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Stephens Memorial Hospital Heliport, Norway, ME. Subsequent to publication, the FAA discovered that the heliport already existed, but under the name of Norway Heliport. This action changes the term establishes to the term amends. The FAA also proposed the amendment of Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Oxford County Regional Airport, Oxford, ME, by updating the airport’s geographic coordinates and removing unnecessary verbiage from the airport description. Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. No comments were received. Class E airspace designations are published in Paragraph 6005 of FAA Order JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference This document amends FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022. FAA Order JO 7400.11G is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic routes, and reporting points. The Rule The FAA is amending 14 CFR part 71 by amending Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Stephens Memorial Hospital Heliport, Norway, ME, by updating the airport’s name (formerly Norway Heliport), and Oxford County Regional Airport, Oxford, ME, by updating the airport’s geographic coordinates, and removing ‘excluding that airspace within the Auburn, ME Class E airspace area’ from the airport description, as the verbiage is unnecessary. Class E airspace designations are published in Paragraph 6005 of FAA VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:51 Oct 28, 2022 Jkt 259001 Order JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11. FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, is published yearly and effective on September 15. Regulatory Notices and Analyses The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. It, therefore: (1) is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3) does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the anticipated impact is minimal. Since this is a routine matter that only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this rule, when promulgated, does not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. § 71.1 65521 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth. * * * * * ANE ME E5 Norway, ME [Amended] Stephens Memorial Hospital Heliport, ME (Lat. 44°12′34″ N, long. 70°31′54″ W) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6.0-mile radius of Stephens Memorial Hospital Heliport. ANE ME E5 Oxford, ME [Amended] Oxford County Regional Airport, ME (Lat. 44°09′27″ N, long. 70°28′53″ W) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 9.6-mile radius of Oxford County Regional Airport. Issued in College Park, Georgia, on October 18, 2022. Lisa Burrows, Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team North, Eastern Service Center, Air Traffic Organization. [FR Doc. 2022–22992 Filed 10–28–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’ paragraph 5–6.5a. This airspace action is not expected to cause any potentially significant environmental impacts, and no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant the preparation of an environmental assessment. Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). Adoption of the Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS 1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959–1963 Comp., p. 389. PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2022–0243; Airspace Docket No. 22–AGL–5] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V–26 and V–63; Establishment of Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T–464; and Revocation of the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point; in the Vicinity of Wausau, WI Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action amends VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways V–26 and V–63; establishes Area Navigation (RNAV) route T–464; and revokes the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point in the vicinity of Wausau, WI. This action is necessary due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, WI, VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID). The Wausau VOR is being decommissioned as part of the FAA’s SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\31OCR1.SGM 31OCR1 65522 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 209 / Monday, October 31, 2022 / Rules and Regulations VOR Minimum Operational Network (VOR MON) program. DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, December 29, 2022. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments. ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_ traffic/publications/. For further information, you can contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colby Abbott, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES Authority for This Rulemaking The FAA’s authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is found in Title 49 of the United States Code. Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the agency’s authority. This rulemaking is promulgated under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that section, the FAA is charged with prescribing regulations to assign the use of the airspace necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft and the efficient use of airspace. This regulation is within the scope of that authority as it modifies the Air Traffic Service (ATS) route structure as necessary to preserve the safe and efficient flow of air traffic within the National Airspace System. History The FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for Docket No. FAA–2022–0243 in the Federal Register (87 FR 17040; March 25, 2022), amending VOR Federal airways V–26 and V–63; establishing RNAV route T–464; and revoking the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME NAVAID. Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. No comments were received. Subsequent to the NPRM, the FAA published a rule for Docket No. FAA– VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:51 Oct 28, 2022 Jkt 259001 2021–0972 in the Federal Register (87 FR 38913; June 30, 2022), amending VOR Federal airway V–26 by removing the airway segment between the Green Bay, WI, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) and the White Cloud, MI, VOR/DME NAVAIDs. That airway amendment was effective September 8, 2022, and is included in this rule. VOR Federal airways are published in paragraph 6010(a), RNAV routes are published in paragraph 6011, and Domestic Low Altitude Reporting Points are published in paragraph 7001 of FAA Order JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The ATS route and Domestic Low Altitude Reporting Point actions listed in this document will be published subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11. Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference This document amends FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022. FAA Order JO 7400.11G is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and reporting points. The Rule This action amends 14 CFR part 71 by amending VOR Federal airways V–26 and V–63; establishing RNAV route T– 464; and revoking the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point. The ATS route and Reporting Point actions are described below. V–26: V–26 extends between the Blue Mesa, CO, VOR/DME and the Pierre, SD, VORTAC; and between the Redwood Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the Green Bay, WI, VORTAC. The airway segment between the Eau Claire, WI, VOR/DME and the Green Bay, WI, VORTAC is removed. As amended, the airway is changed to extend between the Blue Mesa, CO, VOR/DME and the Pierre, SD, VORTAC; and between the Redwood Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the Eau Claire, WI, VOR/DME. V–63: V–63 extends between the Razorback, AR, VORTAC and the Davenport, IA, VORTAC; between the Janesville, WI, VOR/DME and the Oshkosh, WI, VORTAC; and between the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME and the Houghton, MI, VOR/DME. The airspace at and above 10,000 feet MSL from 5 NM north to 46 NM north of Quincy, IL, when the Howard West MOA is active, is excluded. The airway segment PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 between the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME and the Rhinelander, WI, VOR/DME is removed. As amended, the airway is changed to extend between the Razorback, AR, VORTAC and the Davenport, IA, VORTAC; between the Janesville, WI, VOR/DME and the Oshkosh, WI, VORTAC; and between the Rhinelander, WI, VOR/DME and the Houghton, MI, VOR/DME, and the excluded airspace remains unchanged. T–464: T–464 is a new RNAV route that extends between the CUSAY, WI, waypoint (WP) located northwest of Eau Claire, WI, and the CHURP, WI, Fix located near Clintonville, WI. The new route provides navigational options in areas of limited or no radar coverage to pilots whose aircraft are RNAV equipped as well as supports the FAA’s efforts to transition the NAS from ground-based to satellite-based navigation. The full route description of T–464 is listed in the amendments to part 71 as set forth below. Wausau, WI: The Wausau, WI, Domestic Low Altitude Reporting Point is revoked. FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, is published yearly and effective on September 15. Regulatory Notices and Analyses The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. It, therefore: (1) is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3) does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the anticipated impact is so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this rule, when promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action of amending VOR Federal airways V–26 and V–63; establishing RNAV route T–464; and revoking the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point, due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME NAVAID, qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and its E:\FR\FM\31OCR1.SGM 31OCR1 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 209 / Monday, October 31, 2022 / Rules and Regulations implementing regulations at 40 CFR part 1500, and in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures, paragraph 5– 6.5a, which categorically excludes from further environmental impact review rulemaking actions that designate or modify classes of airspace areas, airways, routes, and reporting points (see 14 CFR part 71, Designation of Class A, B, C, D, and E Airspace Areas; Air Traffic Service Routes; and Reporting Points) and paragraph 5–6.5k, which categorically excludes from further environmental impact review the publication of existing air traffic control procedures that do not essentially change existing tracks, create new tracks, change altitude, or change concentration of aircraft on these tracks. As such, this action is not expected to result in any potentially significant environmental impacts. In accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, paragraph 5– 2 regarding Extraordinary Circumstances, the FAA has reviewed this action for factors and circumstances in which a normally categorically excluded action may have a significant environmental impact requiring further analysis. The FAA has determined that no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an environmental assessment or environmental impact study. 65523 Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows: Paragraph 6010(a) Airways. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 * Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). * * Domestic VOR Federal * * V–26 [Amended] The Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS From Blue Mesa, CO; Montrose, CO; 13 miles 112 MSL, 131 MSL, Grand Junction, CO; Meeker, CO; Cherokee, WY; Muddy Mountain, WY; 14 miles, 37 miles 75 MSL, 84 miles 90 MSL, Rapid City, SD; Philip, SD; to Pierre, SD. From Redwood Falls, MN; Farmington, MN; to Eau Claire, WI. * * * * * Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959–1963 Comp., p. 389. V–63 [Amended] From Razorback, AR; Springfield, MO; Hallsville, MO; Quincy, IL; Burlington, IA; Moline, IL; to Davenport, IA. From Janesville, WI; Badger, WI; to Oshkosh, WI. From Rhinelander, WI; to Houghton, MI. Excluding that airspace at and above 10,000 feet MSL from 5 NM north to 46 NM north of Quincy, IL, when the Howard West MOA is active. § 71.1 * 1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting ■ * * * * Paragraph 6011 United States Area Navigation Routes. * * * * * T–464 CUSAY, WI TO CHURP, WI [NEW] CUSAY, WI TONOC, WI EDGRR, WI HEVAV, WI CHURP, WI * * * * * Domestic Low Altitude * * * * Wausau, WI [Removed] * * * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on October 5, 2022. Scott M. Rosenbloom, Manager, Airspace Rules and Regulations. [FR Doc. 2022–22165 Filed 10–28–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 97 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: 15:51 Oct 28, 2022 46°01′07.84″ 45°03′47.56″ 44°51′31.83″ 44°50′48.43″ 44°42′54.82″ N, N, N, N, N, long. long. long. long. long. 091°26′47.14″ 091°38′11.87″ 089°56′43.06″ 089°35′12.51″ 088°56′48.69″ This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. This rule is effective October 31, 2022. The compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of October 31, 2022. DATES: [Docket No. 31452; Amdt. No. 4030] VerDate Sep<11>2014 (Lat. (Lat. (Lat. (Lat. (Lat. SUMMARY: Paragraph 7001 Report Points. * WP WP WP WP FIX Jkt 259001 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 W) W) W) W) W) Availability of matter incorporated by reference in the amendment is as follows: ADDRESSES: For Examination 1. U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Ops–M30, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Bldg., Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590–0001; 2. The FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area in which the affected airport is located; 3. The office of Aeronautical Information Services, 6500 South MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73169 or, 4. The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email fr.inspection@nara.gov or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations.html. Availability All SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs are available online free of charge. Visit the National Flight Data Center online at nfdc.faa.gov to register. Additionally, individual SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP copies may E:\FR\FM\31OCR1.SGM 31OCR1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2022-0243; Airspace Docket No. 22-AGL-5]
RIN 2120-AA66


Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-26 and V-63; Establishment of 
Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T-464; and Revocation of the Wausau, WI, 
Low Altitude Reporting Point; in the Vicinity of Wausau, WI

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action amends VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal 
airways V-26 and V-63; establishes Area Navigation (RNAV) route T-464; 
and revokes the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point in the 
vicinity of Wausau, WI. This action is necessary due to the planned 
decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, WI, VOR/Distance 
Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID). The Wausau VOR 
is being decommissioned as part of the FAA's

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VOR Minimum Operational Network (VOR MON) program.

DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, December 29, 2022. The Director of the 
Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 
1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 
and publication of conforming amendments.

ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting 
Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. For further information, you can contact the 
Rules and Regulations Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colby Abbott, Rules and Regulations 
Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Authority for This Rulemaking

    The FAA's authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is 
found in Title 49 of the United States Code. Subtitle I, Section 106 
describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, 
Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the agency's 
authority. This rulemaking is promulgated under the authority described 
in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that section, 
the FAA is charged with prescribing regulations to assign the use of 
the airspace necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft and the 
efficient use of airspace. This regulation is within the scope of that 
authority as it modifies the Air Traffic Service (ATS) route structure 
as necessary to preserve the safe and efficient flow of air traffic 
within the National Airspace System.

History

    The FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for Docket 
No. FAA-2022-0243 in the Federal Register (87 FR 17040; March 25, 
2022), amending VOR Federal airways V-26 and V-63; establishing RNAV 
route T-464; and revoking the Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point 
due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, 
WI, VOR/DME NAVAID. Interested parties were invited to participate in 
this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. 
No comments were received.
    Subsequent to the NPRM, the FAA published a rule for Docket No. 
FAA-2021-0972 in the Federal Register (87 FR 38913; June 30, 2022), 
amending VOR Federal airway V-26 by removing the airway segment between 
the Green Bay, WI, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) and the White 
Cloud, MI, VOR/DME NAVAIDs. That airway amendment was effective 
September 8, 2022, and is included in this rule.
    VOR Federal airways are published in paragraph 6010(a), RNAV routes 
are published in paragraph 6011, and Domestic Low Altitude Reporting 
Points are published in paragraph 7001 of FAA Order JO 7400.11G, dated 
August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, which is 
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The ATS route and Domestic 
Low Altitude Reporting Point actions listed in this document will be 
published subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11.

Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference

    This document amends FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations 
and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 
15, 2022. FAA Order JO 7400.11G is publicly available as listed in the 
ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class 
A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and 
reporting points.

The Rule

    This action amends 14 CFR part 71 by amending VOR Federal airways 
V-26 and V-63; establishing RNAV route T-464; and revoking the Wausau, 
WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point. The ATS route and Reporting Point 
actions are described below.
    V-26: V-26 extends between the Blue Mesa, CO, VOR/DME and the 
Pierre, SD, VORTAC; and between the Redwood Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the 
Green Bay, WI, VORTAC. The airway segment between the Eau Claire, WI, 
VOR/DME and the Green Bay, WI, VORTAC is removed. As amended, the 
airway is changed to extend between the Blue Mesa, CO, VOR/DME and the 
Pierre, SD, VORTAC; and between the Redwood Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the 
Eau Claire, WI, VOR/DME.
    V-63: V-63 extends between the Razorback, AR, VORTAC and the 
Davenport, IA, VORTAC; between the Janesville, WI, VOR/DME and the 
Oshkosh, WI, VORTAC; and between the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME and the 
Houghton, MI, VOR/DME. The airspace at and above 10,000 feet MSL from 5 
NM north to 46 NM north of Quincy, IL, when the Howard West MOA is 
active, is excluded. The airway segment between the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME 
and the Rhinelander, WI, VOR/DME is removed. As amended, the airway is 
changed to extend between the Razorback, AR, VORTAC and the Davenport, 
IA, VORTAC; between the Janesville, WI, VOR/DME and the Oshkosh, WI, 
VORTAC; and between the Rhinelander, WI, VOR/DME and the Houghton, MI, 
VOR/DME, and the excluded airspace remains unchanged.
    T-464: T-464 is a new RNAV route that extends between the CUSAY, 
WI, waypoint (WP) located northwest of Eau Claire, WI, and the CHURP, 
WI, Fix located near Clintonville, WI. The new route provides 
navigational options in areas of limited or no radar coverage to pilots 
whose aircraft are RNAV equipped as well as supports the FAA's efforts 
to transition the NAS from ground-based to satellite-based navigation. 
The full route description of T-464 is listed in the amendments to part 
71 as set forth below.
    Wausau, WI: The Wausau, WI, Domestic Low Altitude Reporting Point 
is revoked.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, 
is published yearly and effective on September 15.

Regulatory Notices and Analyses

    The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an 
established body of technical regulations for which frequent and 
routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. 
It, therefore: (1) is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under 
Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ``significant rule'' under 
Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulatory Policies and Procedures 
(44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3) does not warrant preparation 
of a regulatory evaluation as the anticipated impact is so minimal. 
Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic 
procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this rule, when 
promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Environmental Review

    The FAA has determined that this action of amending VOR Federal 
airways V-26 and V-63; establishing RNAV route T-464; and revoking the 
Wausau, WI, Low Altitude Reporting Point, due to the planned 
decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Wausau, WI, VOR/DME NAVAID, 
qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental 
Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and its

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implementing regulations at 40 CFR part 1500, and in accordance with 
FAA Order 1050.1F, Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures, 
paragraph 5-6.5a, which categorically excludes from further 
environmental impact review rulemaking actions that designate or modify 
classes of airspace areas, airways, routes, and reporting points (see 
14 CFR part 71, Designation of Class A, B, C, D, and E Airspace Areas; 
Air Traffic Service Routes; and Reporting Points) and paragraph 5-6.5k, 
which categorically excludes from further environmental impact review 
the publication of existing air traffic control procedures that do not 
essentially change existing tracks, create new tracks, change altitude, 
or change concentration of aircraft on these tracks. As such, this 
action is not expected to result in any potentially significant 
environmental impacts. In accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, paragraph 
5-2 regarding Extraordinary Circumstances, the FAA has reviewed this 
action for factors and circumstances in which a normally categorically 
excluded action may have a significant environmental impact requiring 
further analysis. The FAA has determined that no extraordinary 
circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an environmental 
assessment or environmental impact study.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

The Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation 
Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows:

PART 71--DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR 
TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS

0
1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 
10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.


Sec.  71.1   [Amended]

0
2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 
7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 
2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 6010(a) Domestic VOR Federal Airways.

* * * * *

V-26 [Amended]

    From Blue Mesa, CO; Montrose, CO; 13 miles 112 MSL, 131 MSL, 
Grand Junction, CO; Meeker, CO; Cherokee, WY; Muddy Mountain, WY; 14 
miles, 37 miles 75 MSL, 84 miles 90 MSL, Rapid City, SD; Philip, SD; 
to Pierre, SD. From Redwood Falls, MN; Farmington, MN; to Eau 
Claire, WI.
* * * * *

V-63 [Amended]

    From Razorback, AR; Springfield, MO; Hallsville, MO; Quincy, IL; 
Burlington, IA; Moline, IL; to Davenport, IA. From Janesville, WI; 
Badger, WI; to Oshkosh, WI. From Rhinelander, WI; to Houghton, MI. 
Excluding that airspace at and above 10,000 feet MSL from 5 NM north 
to 46 NM north of Quincy, IL, when the Howard West MOA is active.
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Paragraph 6011 United States Area Navigation Routes.

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T-464 CUSAY, WI to CHURP, WI [New]
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CUSAY, WI                                       WP                             (Lat. 46[deg]01'07.84'' N, long. 091[deg]26'47.14'' W)
TONOC, WI                                       WP                             (Lat. 45[deg]03'47.56'' N, long. 091[deg]38'11.87'' W)
EDGRR, WI                                       WP                             (Lat. 44[deg]51'31.83'' N, long. 089[deg]56'43.06'' W)
HEVAV, WI                                       WP                             (Lat. 44[deg]50'48.43'' N, long. 089[deg]35'12.51'' W)
CHURP, WI                                       FIX                            (Lat. 44[deg]42'54.82'' N, long. 088[deg]56'48.69'' W)
 

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Paragraph 7001 Domestic Low Altitude Report Points.

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    Wausau, WI [Removed]
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    Issued in Washington, DC, on October 5, 2022.
Scott M. Rosenbloom,
Manager, Airspace Rules and Regulations.
[FR Doc. 2022-22165 Filed 10-28-22; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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