Revocation of Colored Federal Airway Blue 9 (B-9); Eastern United States, 78267-78269 [2023-25166]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 219 / Wednesday, November 15, 2023 / Proposed Rules ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 The Proposal The FAA is proposing an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 to amend VOR Federal airway V–132 and revoke VOR Federal airways V–131, V–307, and V– 350 due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Chanute, KS, VOR/DME NAVAID. The proposed airway actions are described below. V–131: V–131 currently extends between the Okmulgee, OK, VOR/DME and the Topeka, KS, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC). The FAA proposes to remove the airway segment between the Tulsa, OK, VORTAC and the Topeka VORTAC due to the planned decommissioning of the Chanute VOR. Additionally, the FAA proposes to remove the airway segment between the Okmulgee VOR/DME and the Tulsa VORTAC also since that airway segment overlaps V–161 which will remain charted and provide navigational guidance between the two NAVAIDs. As a result, the airway would be removed in its entirety. V–132: V–132 currently extends between the Medicine Bow, WY, VOR/ DME and the intersection of the Forney, MO, VOR 086° and Vichy, MO, VOR/ DME 156° radials (LENOX Fix), excluding that portion within restricted areas R–4501A, R–4501B, R–4501C, and R–4501D during their time of activation. The FAA proposes to remove the airway segment between the Hutchinson, KS, VOR/DME and the Springfield, MO, VORTAC. Additionally, the FAA proposes to exclude the airway portion within restricted areas R–4501E, R– 4501F, and R–4501H during their times of activation since those restricted areas also fall within 4 nautical miles of the airway. As amended, the airway would be changed to extend between the Medicine Bow VOR/DME and the Hutchinson VOR/DME and between the Springfield VORTAC and the intersection of the Forney VOR 086° and Vichy VOR/DME 156° radials (LENOX Fix), excluding the portion within all 7 restricted areas of the R–4501 restricted area complex. V–307: V–307 currently extends between the Chanute, KS, VOR/DME and the Emporia, KS, VORTAC. The FAA proposes to remove the airway in its entirety. V–350: V–350 currently extends between the Wichita, KS, VORTAC and the Chanute, KS, VOR/DME. The FAA proposes to remove the airway in its entirety. The NAVAID radials listed in the V– 132 description in The Proposed Amendment section are unchanged and stated in degrees True north. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Nov 14, 2023 Jkt 262001 78267 Regulatory Notices and Analyses The FAA has determined that this proposed 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 so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this proposed 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. Cheyenne; Akron, CO; 17 miles, 49 miles, 59 MSL, Goodland, KS; 50 miles, 97 miles, 65 MSL, to Hutchinson, KS. From Springfield, MO; INT Springfield 058° and Forney, MO, 266° radials; Forney; to INT Forney 086° and Vichy, MO, 156° radials, excluding that portion within R–4501A, R–4501B, R–4501C, R–4501D, R–4501E, R–4501F, and R–4501H during their time of activation. Environmental Review This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures’’ prior to any FAA final regulatory action. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). RIN 2120–AA66 The Proposed Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend 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 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. § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 7400.11H, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6010(a) Airways. * * V–131 * * * Domestic VOR Federal * * [Removed] * * * V–132 [Amended] From Medicine Bow, WY; INT Medicine Bow 106° and Cheyenne, WY, 330° radials; PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 * * V–307 * * * [Removed] * V–350 * * * * * [Removed] * * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on November 9, 2023. Karen L. Chiodini, Acting Manager, Rules and Regulations Group. [FR Doc. 2023–25182 Filed 11–14–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2023–2195; Airspace Docket No. 23–ASO–48] Revocation of Colored Federal Airway Blue 9 (B–9); Eastern United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: This action proposes to revoke Colored Federal airway Blue 9 (B–9) in the Eastern United States. The FAA is taking this action due to the pending decommissioning of the Marathon, FL (MTH), Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB). DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 2, 2024. ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA–2023–2195 and Airspace Docket No. 23–ASO–48 using any of the following methods: * Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to www.regulations.gov and follow the online instructions for sending your comments electronically. * Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M–30; U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12–140, West Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590–0001. * Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in Room W12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\15NOP1.SGM 15NOP1 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 78268 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 219 / Wednesday, November 15, 2023 / Proposed Rules Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. * Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493–2251. Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FAA Order JO 7400.11H, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/ publications/. You may also contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Brian Vidis, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: does not contain duplicate comments, commenters should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments are filed in writing. The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives on or before the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed after the comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this proposal in light of the comments it receives. Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL– 14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy. 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 amends the route structure to maintain the efficient flow of air traffic within the National Airspace System. An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the internet at www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking documents can also be accessed through the FAA’s web page at www.faa.gov/air_ traffic/publications/airspace_ amendments/. You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any comments received and any final disposition in person in the Dockets Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during normal business hours at the office of the Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, Room 210, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, GA 30337. Comments Invited Incorporation by Reference The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic, environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To ensure the docket Colored Federal airways are published in paragraph 6009 of FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This document proposes to amend the current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11H, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023. These updates would be published in the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. That VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Nov 14, 2023 Jkt 262001 Availability of Rulemaking Documents PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 order is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11H lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and reporting points. The Proposal The FAA is proposing an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 by revoking Colored Federal Airway B–9. The proposed changes are described below. B–9: B–9 currently extends between the DEEDS, FL, Fix and the Marathon, FL (MTH), NDB. The route is dependent on the Marathon NDB which is scheduled to be decommissioned. Without this navigation facility B–9 is no longer viable, so the FAA is proposing to revoke B–9 in its entirety. Regulatory Notices and Analyses The FAA has determined that this proposed 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 so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this proposed 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 This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures’’ prior to any FAA final regulatory action. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). The Proposed Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend 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 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ E:\FR\FM\15NOP1.SGM 15NOP1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 219 / Wednesday, November 15, 2023 / Proposed Rules 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. § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 7400.11H, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6009 Colored Federal Airways * * * * B–9 [Removed] * * * * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on November 9, 2023. Karen L. Chiodini, Acting Manager, Rules and Regulations Group. [FR Doc. 2023–25166 Filed 11–14–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Transit Administration 49 CFR Part 674 [Docket No. FTA–2023–0008] RIN 2132–AB42 State Safety Oversight Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is proposing revisions to the State Safety Oversight (SSO) regulation to implement new requirements of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (enacted as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)), remove outdated references, and simplify notification requirements. DATES: Comments should be filed by January 16, 2024. FTA will consider comments received after that date to the extent practicable. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, identified by docket number FTA– 2023–0008, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for sending comments. • Fax: (202) 493–2251. • Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590–0001. • Hand Delivery/Courier: West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Nov 14, 2023 Jkt 262001 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Instructions: All submissions received must include the agency name and docket number or Regulatory Information Number (RIN) for this rulemaking. All comments received will be posted without change to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. For detailed instructions on sending comments and additional information on the rulemaking process, see the ‘‘Public Participation’’ heading of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this document. Docket: To access the docket and read background documents or comments received, go to: https:// www.regulations.gov. Background documents and comments received may also be viewed at the U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE, Docket Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590–0001, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For program matters, contact Loretta Bomgardner, Office of Transit Safety and Oversight, FTA, telephone (202) 577–5896 or loretta.bomgardner@ dot.gov. For legal matters, contact Richard Wong, Office of the Chief Counsel, telephone (202) 366–4011 or richard.wong@dot.gov. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Table of Contents I. Executive Summary A. Purpose of Regulatory Action B. Statutory Authority C. Summary of Major Provisions D. Benefits and Costs II. Section-by-Section Analysis III. Regulatory Analyses and Notices 1. Executive Summary A. Purpose of Regulatory Action This proposed rulemaking will update the existing regulations for state safety oversight of rail fixed guideway public transportation systems. In the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP–21) (Pub. L. 112–141, July 6, 2012), Congress directed FTA to establish a comprehensive public transportation safety program, one element of which is the State Safety Oversight (SSO) Program. (See 49 U.S.C. 5329). Section 30012 of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), enacted as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), established new requirements for PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 78269 FTA’s Public Transportation Safety Program. FTA is proposing revisions to 49 CFR part 674 to address requirements related to the BIL, remove requirements related to the initial establishment of this part, and clarify requirements of the existing part. B. Statutory Authority Section 5329 of Title 49, United States Code, includes several provisions that require FTA to establish a comprehensive public transportation safety program, the elements of which include a National Public Transportation Safety Plan; a training and certification program for Federal, state, and local transportation agency employees with safety responsibilities; Public Transportation Agency Safety Plans; and a strengthened State Safety Oversight Program. C. Summary of Major Provisions This NPRM proposes to make the following changes to strengthen the existing SSO program: • Updating terminology to reflect current use across programs. • Clarifying existing requirements consistent with FTA expectations. • Removing language relating to the period of transition from 49 CFR part 659, FTA’s previous SSO regulation, to 49 CFR part 674, the current SSO regulation. • Addressing BIL requirements. D. Benefits and Costs The proposed rule would result in additional oversight of safety-related activities of rail transit agencies (RTAs) by state safety oversight agencies (SSOAs). The effects of the increased oversight are unknown and unquantified. The proposed rule also would result in additional costs for SSOAs and RTAs to comply with the requirements. The requirements of the proposed rule have estimated costs of $12.6 million (in 2022 dollars) for the first year and annual costs of $10.7 million for later years. The largest annual costs are for SSOA oversight ($7.9 million), which includes new riskbased inspection activities, and RTA activities ($2.0 million), which include investigations and reporting for a larger number of safety events. Table 1 summarizes the economic effects of the proposed rule over the first ten years of the proposed rule from 2023—the assumed effective date of the rule—to 2033 in 2022 dollars. On an annualized basis, the proposed rule would have costs of $11.7 million at a 7 percent discount rate (discounted to 2023) and $11.3 million at 3 percent. E:\FR\FM\15NOP1.SGM 15NOP1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 219 (Wednesday, November 15, 2023)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 78267-78269]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-25166]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2023-2195; Airspace Docket No. 23-ASO-48]
RIN 2120-AA66


Revocation of Colored Federal Airway Blue 9 (B-9); Eastern United 
States

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: This action proposes to revoke Colored Federal airway Blue 9 
(B-9) in the Eastern United States. The FAA is taking this action due 
to the pending decommissioning of the Marathon, FL (MTH), 
Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB).

DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 2, 2024.

ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2023-2195 and 
Airspace Docket No. 23-ASO-48 using any of the following methods:
    * Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to www.regulations.gov and follow 
the online instructions for sending your comments electronically.
    * Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M-30; U.S. Department 
of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12-140, West 
Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
    * Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in 
Room W12-140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey

[[Page 78268]]

Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through 
Friday, except Federal holidays.
    * Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493-2251.
    Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at 
www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for 
accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12-140 of 
the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 
except Federal holidays.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11H, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, 
and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. You may also contact the Rules and 
Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Brian Vidis, 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 amends the route structure to maintain the efficient 
flow of air traffic within the National Airspace System.

Comments Invited

    The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this 
rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are 
specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic, 
environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most 
helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain 
the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To 
ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters 
should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or 
commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments 
are filed in writing.
    The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well 
as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA 
personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this 
proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives on or before 
the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed 
after the comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without 
incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this proposal in light 
of the comments it receives.
    Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments 
from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts 
these comments, without edit, including any personal information the 
commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system 
of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at 
www.dot.gov/privacy.

Availability of Rulemaking Documents

    An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the 
internet at www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking 
documents can also be accessed through the FAA's web page at 
www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/airspace_amendments/.
    You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any 
comments received and any final disposition in person in the Dockets 
Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and 
hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during 
normal business hours at the office of the Eastern Service Center, 
Federal Aviation Administration, Room 210, 1701 Columbia Avenue, 
College Park, GA 30337.

Incorporation by Reference

    Colored Federal airways are published in paragraph 6009 of FAA 
Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, which is 
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This 
document proposes to amend the current version of that order, FAA Order 
JO 7400.11H, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023. 
These updates would be published in the next update to FAA Order JO 
7400.11. That order is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES 
section of this document.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11H lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, 
air traffic service routes, and reporting points.

The Proposal

    The FAA is proposing an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 by revoking 
Colored Federal Airway B-9. The proposed changes are described below.
    B-9: B-9 currently extends between the DEEDS, FL, Fix and the 
Marathon, FL (MTH), NDB. The route is dependent on the Marathon NDB 
which is scheduled to be decommissioned. Without this navigation 
facility B-9 is no longer viable, so the FAA is proposing to revoke B-9 
in its entirety.

Regulatory Notices and Analyses

    The FAA has determined that this proposed 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 so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that 
will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is 
certified that this proposed 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

    This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in 
accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies 
and Procedures'' prior to any FAA final regulatory action.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

The Proposed Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation 
Administration proposes to amend 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

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


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    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]

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2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 
7400.11H, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 11, 
2023, and effective September 15, 2023, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 6009 Colored Federal Airways

* * * * *

B-9 [Removed]

* * * * *

    Issued in Washington, DC, on November 9, 2023.
Karen L. Chiodini,
Acting Manager, Rules and Regulations Group.
[FR Doc. 2023-25166 Filed 11-14-23; 8:45 am]
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