Amendment of Jet Route J-89 and VOR Federal Airway V-161, and Establishment of Canadian RNAV Route Q-834; Northcentral United States, 51403-51405 [2024-13209]

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VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 Jun 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Jet Route J–89 and VOR Federal Airway V–161, and Establishment of Canadian RNAV Route Q–834; Northcentral United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action amends Jet Route J–89 and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V–161 and establishes Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q–834 in United States (U.S.) airspace. The FAA is taking this action due to the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, Manitoba (MB), Canada, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) navigational aid (NAVAID). This action is in support of NAV CANADA’s NAVAID Modernization Program. DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, September 5, 2024. 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: A copy of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), all comments received, this final rule, and all background material may be viewed online at www.regulations.gov using the FAA Docket number. Electronic retrieval help and guidelines are available on the website. It is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 51403 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: 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 for Docket No. FAA–2023–2493 in the Federal Register (89 FR 1851; January 11, 2024), proposing to amend Jet Route J–89 and VOR Federal Airway V–161, and establish Canadian RNAV Routes Q–834 and T–765 in U.S. airspace due to the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC NAVAID in support of NAV CANADA’s NAVAID Modernization Program. Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. One non-substantive comment, outside the scope of this action, was received. Difference From the NPRM Prior to publishing the NPRM for this action, the FAA published a NPRM for Docket No. FAA–2023–2326 in the Federal Register (88 FR 85519; December 8, 2023) which also proposed to establish two Canadian RNAV Route E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM 18JNR1 51404 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 118 / Tuesday, June 18, 2024 / Rules and Regulations T–765 segments in U.S. airspace. That proposed action was being taken due to NAV CANADA’s planned decommissioning of the Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, VOR. The proposed new T–765 route segments in that action were to mitigate the removal of the affected VOR Federal Airway V–133 segments; whereas the proposed T–765 routes segments in this action were proposed to mitigate the removal of the VOR Federal Airway V–161 segments affected by the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC. Both actions would provide route continuity and cross border connectivity with the T–765 route segments being established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace. The FAA has decided to establish all Canadian RNAV Route T–765 route segments in a single docket action and selected Docket No. FAA–2023–2326 to accomplish that. Therefore, the proposed T–765 route segments being established by this action are removed and will be incorporated in the final rule for Docket No. FAA–2023–2326 accordingly. This rule only amends Jet Route J–89 and VOR Federal Airway V– 161, and establishes Canadian RNAV Route Q–834 in U.S. airspace. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 Incorporation by Reference Jet Routes are published in paragraph 2004, Canadian Area Navigation Routes (Q-routes) are published in paragraph 2007, and VOR Federal Airways are published in paragraph 6010(a) 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 amends the current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11H, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023. FAA Order JO 7400.11H is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. These amendments will be published in the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. FAA Order JO 7400.11H 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 Jet Route J–89 and VOR Federal Airway V–161, and by establishing Canadian RNAV Route Q– 834 in U.S. airspace. This action is necessary due to the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC in support of NAV CANADA’s NAVAID Modernization Program. The ATS route actions are described below. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 Jun 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 J–89: Prior to this final rule, J–89 extended between the Louisville, KY, VORTAC and the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC, excluding the airspace within Canada. The route segment between the Duluth, MN, VORTAC and the Winnipeg VORTAC is removed. As amended, the route is changed to now extend between the Louisville VORTAC and the Duluth VORTAC. Q–834: Q–834 is a new Canadian RNAV route established within U.S. airspace extending between the Duluth, MN, VORTAC and the ALBNG, MN, waypoint (WP) that replaces the ‘‘CFHBZ’’ Computer Navigation Fix (CNF) on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route mitigates the J–89 route segment removal and provides route continuity and cross-border connectivity with the Q–834 route being established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace between the ALBNG WP and the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, area. V–161: Prior to this final rule, V–161 extended between the Three Rivers, TX, VORTAC and the Tulsa, OK, VORTAC; between the Butler, MO, VORTAC and the Gopher, MN, VORTAC; and between the International Falls, MN, VOR/ Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/ DME) and the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC, excluding the airspace within Canada. The airway segment between the International Falls VOR/DME and the Winnipeg VORTAC is removed. As amended, the airway is changed to now extend between the Three Rivers VORTAC and the Tulsa VORTAC, and between the Butler VORTAC and the Gopher VORTAC. The NAVAID radials listed in the VOR Federal Airway V–161 description in the regulatory text of this final rule are unchanged and stated in degrees True north. 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 so 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 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and its 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). 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 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 2004 Jet Routes. * * E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM * * 18JNR1 * Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 118 / Tuesday, June 18, 2024 / Rules and Regulations J–89 [Amended] From Louisville, KY; Boiler, IN; Northbrook, IL; Badger, WI; to Duluth, MN. * * * * Paragraph 2007 Routes. Canadian Area Navigation * * * * 51405 * * Q–834 Duluth, MN (DLH) to ALBNG, MN [New] Duluth, MN (DLH) VORTAC (Lat. 46°48′07.79″ N, long. 092°12′10.33″ W) ALBNG, MN WP (Lat. 48°59′58.05″ N, long. 095°38′10.41″ W) * * * * * Paragraph 6010(a) VOR Federal Airways. * * * * * V–161 [Amended] From Three Rivers, TX; Center Point, TX; Llano, TX; INT Llano 026° and Millsap, TX, 193° radials; Millsap; Bowie, TX; Ardmore, OK; Okmulgee, OK; to Tulsa, OK. From Butler, MO; Napoleon, MO; Lamoni, IA; Des Moines, IA; Mason City, IA; Rochester, MN; Farmington, MN; to Gopher, MN. * * * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on June 11, 2024. Frank Lias, Manager, Rules and Regulations Group. [FR Doc. 2024–13209 Filed 6–17–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2024–1226; Airspace Docket No. 23–AGL–40] Authority for This Rulemaking RIN 2120–AA66 Revocation of VOR Federal Airway V– 360; Northcentral United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action revokes Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V–360. The FAA is taking this action due to the Midland, Ontario (ON), Canada, VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID) having been decommissioned in 2022. This action supports NAV CANADA’s NAVAID Modernization Program efforts by removing unusable airway segments within United States airspace affected by NAV CANADA’s programmatic actions. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 SUMMARY: Effective date 0901 UTC, September 5, 2024. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual DATES: VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 Jun 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments. ADDRESSES: A copy of this final rule and all background material may be viewed online at www.regulations.gov using the FAA Docket number. Electronic retrieval help and guidelines are available on the website. It is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year. 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: 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: 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 NAV CANADA, which operates Canada’s civil air navigation service, has been implementing changes to Canada’s instrument flight rules navigational infrastructure as part of their NAVAID Modernization Program. This PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 modernization program is designed to enhance the efficiency of Canada’s flying operations by taking advantage of performance-based navigation and area navigation avionics capabilities. As part of that modernization program, NAV CANADA decommissioned the Midland, ON, VOR/DME, which provided course guidance for V–360 cross-border connectivity between the United States and Canada, effective December 29, 2022. After the Midland, ON, VOR/DME was decommissioned by NAV CANADA in 2022, the affected V–360 airway segment within Canadian airspace was removed from the aeronautical charts; however, the rulemaking action to remove the remaining portion of V–360 within United States airspace was not accomplished concurrently. The portion of V–360 that remains within United States airspace is an eight nautical mile segment that extends between the Sault Ste Marie, MI, VOR/DME and the ‘‘CFHMH’’ Computer Navigation Fix (CNF) which is located on the United States/Canada border. The remaining V– 360 airway segment is no longer usable for cross-border connectivity between the United States and Canada since there is no Canadian airway for the airway segment to connect to. Additionally, CNFs are not used for any air traffic control purpose and are not available for pilots to use for point-topoint navigation (proceed direct), filing a flight plan, or in communications between aircraft and air traffic control (ATC). As such, the remaining portion of V– 360 within United States airspace between the Sault Ste Marie, MI, VOR/ DME and the ‘‘CFHMH’’ CNF located on the United States/Canada border serves no useful purpose for ATC or pilots. Incorporation by Reference VOR Federal airways are published in paragraph 6010(a) 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 amends the current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11H, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023. FAA Order JO 7400.11H is publicly E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM 18JNR1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2023-2493; Airspace Docket No. 23-AGL-25]
RIN 2120-AA66


Amendment of Jet Route J-89 and VOR Federal Airway V-161, and 
Establishment of Canadian RNAV Route Q-834; Northcentral United States

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action amends Jet Route J-89 and Very High Frequency 
Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-161 and establishes 
Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-834 in United States (U.S.) 
airspace. The FAA is taking this action due to the planned 
decommissioning of the Winnipeg, Manitoba (MB), Canada, VOR/Tactical 
Air Navigation (VORTAC) navigational aid (NAVAID). This action is in 
support of NAV CANADA's NAVAID Modernization Program.

DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, September 5, 2024. 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: A copy of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), all 
comments received, this final rule, and all background material may be 
viewed online at www.regulations.gov using the FAA Docket number. 
Electronic retrieval help and guidelines are available on the website. 
It is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year.
    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: 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 for Docket No. 
FAA-2023-2493 in the Federal Register (89 FR 1851; January 11, 2024), 
proposing to amend Jet Route J-89 and VOR Federal Airway V-161, and 
establish Canadian RNAV Routes Q-834 and T-765 in U.S. airspace due to 
the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC NAVAID 
in support of NAV CANADA's NAVAID Modernization Program. Interested 
parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by 
submitting written comments on the proposal.
    One non-substantive comment, outside the scope of this action, was 
received.

Difference From the NPRM

    Prior to publishing the NPRM for this action, the FAA published a 
NPRM for Docket No. FAA-2023-2326 in the Federal Register (88 FR 85519; 
December 8, 2023) which also proposed to establish two Canadian RNAV 
Route

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T-765 segments in U.S. airspace. That proposed action was being taken 
due to NAV CANADA's planned decommissioning of the Thunder Bay, 
Ontario, Canada, VOR. The proposed new T-765 route segments in that 
action were to mitigate the removal of the affected VOR Federal Airway 
V-133 segments; whereas the proposed T-765 routes segments in this 
action were proposed to mitigate the removal of the VOR Federal Airway 
V-161 segments affected by the planned decommissioning of the Winnipeg, 
MB, Canada, VORTAC. Both actions would provide route continuity and 
cross border connectivity with the T-765 route segments being 
established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace.
    The FAA has decided to establish all Canadian RNAV Route T-765 
route segments in a single docket action and selected Docket No. FAA-
2023-2326 to accomplish that. Therefore, the proposed T-765 route 
segments being established by this action are removed and will be 
incorporated in the final rule for Docket No. FAA-2023-2326 
accordingly. This rule only amends Jet Route J-89 and VOR Federal 
Airway V-161, and establishes Canadian RNAV Route Q-834 in U.S. 
airspace.

Incorporation by Reference

    Jet Routes are published in paragraph 2004, Canadian Area 
Navigation Routes (Q-routes) are published in paragraph 2007, and VOR 
Federal Airways are published in paragraph 6010(a) 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 amends the current version of that order, FAA Order JO 
7400.11H, dated August 11, 2023, and effective September 15, 2023. FAA 
Order JO 7400.11H is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES 
section of this document. These amendments will be published in the 
next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11H 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 Jet Route J-89 and 
VOR Federal Airway V-161, and by establishing Canadian RNAV Route Q-834 
in U.S. airspace. This action is necessary due to the planned 
decommissioning of the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC in support of NAV 
CANADA's NAVAID Modernization Program. The ATS route actions are 
described below.
    J-89: Prior to this final rule, J-89 extended between the 
Louisville, KY, VORTAC and the Winnipeg, MB, Canada, VORTAC, excluding 
the airspace within Canada. The route segment between the Duluth, MN, 
VORTAC and the Winnipeg VORTAC is removed. As amended, the route is 
changed to now extend between the Louisville VORTAC and the Duluth 
VORTAC.
    Q-834: Q-834 is a new Canadian RNAV route established within U.S. 
airspace extending between the Duluth, MN, VORTAC and the ALBNG, MN, 
waypoint (WP) that replaces the ``CFHBZ'' Computer Navigation Fix (CNF) 
on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route mitigates the J-89 route 
segment removal and provides route continuity and cross-border 
connectivity with the Q-834 route being established by NAV CANADA 
within Canadian airspace between the ALBNG WP and the Winnipeg, MB, 
Canada, area.
    V-161: Prior to this final rule, V-161 extended between the Three 
Rivers, TX, VORTAC and the Tulsa, OK, VORTAC; between the Butler, MO, 
VORTAC and the Gopher, MN, VORTAC; and between the International Falls, 
MN, VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) and the Winnipeg, MB, 
Canada, VORTAC, excluding the airspace within Canada. The airway 
segment between the International Falls VOR/DME and the Winnipeg VORTAC 
is removed. As amended, the airway is changed to now extend between the 
Three Rivers VORTAC and the Tulsa VORTAC, and between the Butler VORTAC 
and the Gopher VORTAC.
    The NAVAID radials listed in the VOR Federal Airway V-161 
description in the regulatory text of this final rule are unchanged and 
stated in degrees True north.

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 so 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.

Environmental Review

    The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical 
exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 
et seq.) and its 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). 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]

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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 2004 Jet Routes.

* * * * *

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J-89 [Amended]

    From Louisville, KY; Boiler, IN; Northbrook, IL; Badger, WI; to 
Duluth, MN.
* * * * *

Paragraph 2007 Canadian Area Navigation Routes.

* * * * *

Q-834 Duluth, MN (DLH) to ALBNG, MN [New]
 
Duluth, MN (DLH)                      VORTAC                         (Lat. 46[deg]48'07.79'' N, long.
                                                                      092[deg]12'10.33'' W)
ALBNG, MN                             WP                             (Lat. 48[deg]59'58.05'' N, long.
                                                                      095[deg]38'10.41'' W)
 

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Paragraph 6010(a) VOR Federal Airways.

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V-161 [Amended]

    From Three Rivers, TX; Center Point, TX; Llano, TX; INT Llano 
026[deg] and Millsap, TX, 193[deg] radials; Millsap; Bowie, TX; 
Ardmore, OK; Okmulgee, OK; to Tulsa, OK. From Butler, MO; Napoleon, 
MO; Lamoni, IA; Des Moines, IA; Mason City, IA; Rochester, MN; 
Farmington, MN; to Gopher, MN.
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    Issued in Washington, DC, on June 11, 2024.
Frank Lias,
Manager, Rules and Regulations Group.
[FR Doc. 2024-13209 Filed 6-17-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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