Amendment of Jet Route J-538 and VOR Federal Airways V-129; Establishment of Canadian RNAV Routes Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, and T-797; and Revocation of Jet Routes J-483 and J-562; Northcentral United States, 97574-97577 [2024-28727]

Download as PDF 97574 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 236 / Monday, December 9, 2024 / Proposed Rules proposes to amend 14 CFR part 71 as follows: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS 14 CFR Part 71 1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as follows: RIN 2120–AA66 Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. Amendment of Jet Route J–538 and VOR Federal Airways V–129; Establishment of Canadian RNAV Routes Q–828, Q–945, Q–971, and T– 797; and Revocation of Jet Routes J– 483 and J–562; Northcentral United States ■ § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 7400.11J, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated July 31, 2024, and effective September 15, 2024, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 2004 Jet Routes. * * * * * * * * * J–64 [Amended] From Los Angeles, CA; INT Los Angeles 083° and Hector, CA, 226° radials; Hector; Peach Springs, AZ; Tuba City, AZ; Rattlesnake, NM; Pueblo, CO; to Hill City, KS. From Fort Wayne, IN; Ellwood City, PA; Ravine, PA; to INT Ravine 102° and Lancaster, PA, 044° radials. * * * * * J–181 [Amended] From Ranger, TX; to Okmulgee, OK. * * * * Paragraph 6010(a) Airways. * * * * Domestic VOR Federal * * V–10 [Amended] From Pueblo, CO; Lamar, CO; Garden City, KS; Dodge City, KS; Hutchinson, KS; Emporia, KS; INT Emporia 063° and Napoleon, MO, 243° radials; Napoleon; Kirksville, MO; to Burlington, IA. From INT Chicago Heights, IL, 358° and Gipper, MI, 271° radials; to Gipper. * * * * * ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 V–156 [Amended] From Cedar Rapids, IA; to Moline, IL. * * * * * * * V–262 [Removed] * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on December 3, 2024. Richard Lee Parks, Manager (A), Rules and Regulations Group. [FR Doc. 2024–28725 Filed 12–6–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:30 Dec 06, 2024 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: This action proposes to amend Jet Route J–538 and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V–129; establish Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes Q–828, Q–945, Q–971, and T– 797 within United States (U.S.) airspace; and revoke Jet Routes J–483 and J–562. The FAA is proposing this action due to NAV CANADA’s decommissioning of the Sioux Narrows (VBI), Ontario (ON), Canada, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR)/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID) and the planned decommissioning of the Lumsden (VLN), Saskatchewan (SK), Canada, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) and Brandon (YBR), Manitoba (MB), Canada, VORTAC NAVAIDs. This action is proposed in support of NAV CANADA’s NAVAID Modernization Program within Canada. DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 23, 2025. ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA–2024–2573 and Airspace Docket No. 23–AGL–20 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 Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. SUMMARY: J–26 [Amended] From Ciudad Juarez, Mexico; El Paso, TX; INT El Paso 070° and Chisum, NM, 215° radials; Chisum; Panhandle, TX; Mitbee, OK; Wichita, KS; Kansas City, MO; to Kirksville, MO. The airspace within Mexico is excluded. * [Docket No. FAA–2024–2573; Airspace Docket No. 23–AGL–20] Jkt 265001 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 * 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 7400.11J, 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, 600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colby Abbott, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; 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 would modify the National Airspace System (NAS) as necessary to preserve the safe and efficient flow of air traffic. 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 E:\FR\FM\09DEP1.SGM 09DEP1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 236 / Monday, December 9, 2024 / Proposed Rules 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. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 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 Operations Support Group, Central Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, 10101 Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177. Incorporation by Reference Jet Routes are published in paragraph 2004, Canadian Area Navigation Routes (Q-routes) are published in paragraph 2007, VOR Federal Airways are published in paragraph 6010(a), and Canadian Area Navigation Routes (Troutes) are published in paragraph 6013 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 7400.11J, dated July 31, 2024, and effective September 15, 2024. These updates would be published in the next VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:30 Dec 06, 2024 Jkt 265001 update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. That order is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11J lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and reporting points. Background NAV CANADA, which operates Canada’s civil air navigation service, is implementing changes to Canada’s instrument flight rules (IFR) navigation infrastructure as part of their NAVAID Modernization Program. This modernization program is designed to enhance the efficiency of Canada’s flying operations by taking advantage of performance-based navigation and RNAV avionics capabilities. The changes being implemented by NAV CANADA affect Jet Routes J–483, J–538, and J–562, and VOR Federal Airway V– 129. These Air Traffic Service (ATS) routes provide cross-border connectivity between the U.S. and Canada. NAV CANADA has decommissioned the Sioux Narrows, ON, VOR/DME and plans to decommission the Lumsden, SK, VORTAC and Brandon, MB, VORTAC as part of their NAVAID Modernization Program. As a result, amendments to J–538 and V–129, and revocation of J–483 and J–562 in U.S. airspace are required due to the loss of navigational guidance provided by the Sioux Narrows, ON; Lumsden, SK; and Brandon, MB, VORs and to match airway changes NAV CANADA is making within Canadian airspace. NAV CANADA has established Canadian RNAV Routes Q–828 in the highaltitude enroute structure and T–797 in the low-altitude enroute structure already and plans to establish Canadian RNAV Routes Q–945 and Q–971 in the high-altitude enroute structure as mitigations for the affected ATS routes within Canadian and U.S. airspace. To mitigate the proposed loss of J–538 and V–129 route segments and proposed revocation of J–483 and J–562, and to support NAV CANADA’s planned RNAV route replacements for these affected ATS routes, the FAA must establish portions of Canadian RNAV Routes Q–828, Q–945, Q–971, and T– 797 within U.S. airspace. The new Canadian RNAV route segments in U.S. airspace would provide airway continuity with NAV CANADA’s RNAV Routes that are established or being established within Canadian airspace and provide cross-border airway connectivity between the U.S. and Canada. Existing NAVAIDs that provide conventional enroute structure in the affected area are limited and alternate, parallel, or adjacent Jet Routes or VOR Federal Airways to use as mitigations PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 97575 are not available. To compensate for the loss of the conventional enroute structure, IFR pilots with RNAVequipped aircraft could navigate using the Canadian RNAV Routes proposed in this action or fly point-to-point using the Fixes and Waypoints (WP) that would remain in place. Additionally, IFR pilots could request air traffic control (ATC) radar vectors to fly through or around the affected areas. Visual flight rules pilots who elect to navigate via airways could also take advantage of the ATC services listed previously. The Proposal The FAA is proposing to amend 14 CFR part 71 by amending Jet Route J– 538 and VOR Federal Airway V–129; establishing Canadian RNAV Routes Q– 828, Q–945, Q–971, and T–797 in U.S. airspace; and revoking Jet Routes J–483 and J–562. The FAA is proposing this action due to the decommissioning of the Sioux Narrows, ON, Canada, VOR/ DME and the planned decommissioning of the Lumsden, SK, Canada, VORTAC and Brandon, MB, Canada, VORTAC by NAV CANADA in support of their NAVAID Modernization Program. The proposed ATS route actions are described below. J–483: J–483 currently extends between the Minot, ND, VOR/DME and the Lumsden, SK, Canada, VORTAC. The airspace within Canada is excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route in its entirety. J–538: J–538 currently extends between the Sioux Narrows, ON, Canada, VOR/DME and the Badger, WI, VOR/DME. The airspace within Canada is excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route segment between the Sioux Narrows, ON, VOR/DME and the Duluth, MN, VORTAC. As amended, the route would be changed to extend between the Duluth VORTAC and the Badger VOR/DME. J–562: J–562 currently extends between the Dickinson, ND, VORTAC and the Brandon, MB, Canada, VORTAC. The airspace within Canada is excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route in its entirety. Q–828: Q–828 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be established within U.S. airspace extending between the Duluth, MN, VORTAC and the FARID, MN, WP that would replace the ‘‘CFCJN’’ Computer Navigation Fix (CNF) on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed J–538 amendment and provide route continuity and cross-border connectivity with the RNAV Route Q– 828 established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace. E:\FR\FM\09DEP1.SGM 09DEP1 97576 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 236 / Monday, December 9, 2024 / Proposed Rules Q–945: Q–945 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be established within U.S. airspace extending between the Dickinson, ND, VORTAC and the OSMEE, ND, WP that would replace the ‘‘CFMSZ’’ CNF on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed J–562 revocation and provide route continuity and crossborder connectivity with the RNAV Route Q–945 being established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace. Q–971: Q–971 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be established within U.S. airspace extending between the Minot, ND, VOR/DME and the CIPTA, ND, WP that would replace the ‘‘CFHLT’’ CNF on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed J–483 revocation and provide route continuity and crossborder connectivity with the RNAV Route Q–971 being established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace. V–129: V–129 currently extends between the Spinner, IL, VORTAC and the intersection of the International Falls, MN, VOR/DME 335° radial and United States/Canadian border. The FAA proposes to remove the airway segment between the International Falls VOR/DME and the intersection of the International Falls VOR/DME 335° radial and United States/Canadian border. As amended, the airway would be changed to extend between the Spinner VORTAC and the International Falls VOR/DME. T–797: T–797 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be established within U.S. airspace extending between the International Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the WUGOR, MN, WP replacing the ‘‘CFDTS’’ CNF on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed V–129 airway segment removal and provide route continuity and cross-border connectivity with the RNAV Route T– 797 established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace. The NAVAID radials listed in the VOR Federal Airway V–129 description in the regulatory text of this NPRM are unchanged and stated in degrees True north. 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 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: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. § 71.1 Paragraph 2004 Jet Routes. * * * * * * * J–483 [Removed] * * * J–538 [Amended] From Duluth, MN; Dells, WI; to Badger, WI. * 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. [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO 7400.11J, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated July 31, 2024, and effective September 15, 2024, is amended as follows: ■ * * * * * * J–562 [Removed] * * * Paragraph 2007 Routes. Canadian Area Navigation * * * * * Q–828 Duluth, MN (DLH) to FARID, MN [New] Duluth, MN (DLH) VORTAC (Lat. 46°48′07.79″ N, long. 092°12′10.33″ W) FARID, MN WP (Lat. 48°36′13.96″ N, long. 093°25′16.09″ W) * * * * * Q–945 Dickinson, ND (DIK) to OSMEE, ND [New] Dickinson, ND (DIK) VORTAC (Lat. 46°51′36.14″ N, long. 102°46′24.60″ W) OSMEE, ND WP (Lat. 48°59′59.19″ N, long. 100°49′57.63″ W) ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 * * * * * Q–971 Minot, ND (MOT) to CIPTA, ND [New] Minot, ND (MOT) VOR/DME CIPTA, ND WP Paragraph 6010(a) * * * VOR Federal Airways. * * V–129 [Amended] From Spinner, IL; Peoria, IL; Davenport, IA; Dubuque, IA; INT Dubuque 348° and VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:30 Dec 06, 2024 Jkt 265001 (Lat. 48°15′37.21″ N, long. 101°17′13.46″ W) (Lat. 48°59′55.84″ N, long. 102°20′17.11″ W) Nodine, MN, 150° radials; Nodine; Eau Claire, WI; Duluth, MN; Hibbing, MN; to International Falls, MN. * PO 00000 * * Frm 00015 * Fmt 4702 Paragraph 6013 Routes. Canadian Area Navigation * * * * * Sfmt 4702 E:\FR\FM\09DEP1.SGM 09DEP1 * Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 236 / Monday, December 9, 2024 / Proposed Rules 97577 T–797 International Falls, MN (INL) to WUGOR, MN [New] International Falls, MN (INL) VOR/DME (Lat. 48°33′56.87″ N, long. 093°24′20.44″ W) WUGOR, MN WP (Lat. 48°35′58.85″ N, long. 093°25′44.53″ W) Issued in Washington, DC, on December 3, 2024. Richard Lee Parks, Manager (A), Rules and Regulations Group. A. Does this action apply to me? Receipt of a Pesticide Petition Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (October 2024) You may be potentially affected by this action if you are an agricultural producer, food manufacturer, or pesticide manufacturer. The following list of North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) codes is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather provides a guide to help readers determine whether this document applies to them. Potentially affected entities may include: • Crop production (NAICS code 111). • Animal production (NAICS code 112). • Food manufacturing (NAICS code 311). • Pesticide manufacturing (NAICS code 32532). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). B. What should I consider as I prepare my comments for EPA? Notification of filing of petition and request for comment. 1. Submitting CBI. Do not submit this information to EPA through regulations.gov or email. Clearly mark the part or all of the information that you claim to be CBI. For CBI information in a disk or CD–ROM that you mail to EPA, mark the outside of the disk or CD–ROM as CBI and then identify electronically within the disk or CD–ROM the specific information that is claimed as CBI. In addition to one complete version of the comment that includes information claimed as CBI, a copy of the comment that does not contain the information claimed as CBI must be submitted for inclusion in the public docket. Information so marked will not be disclosed except in accordance with procedures set forth in 40 CFR part 2. 2. Tips for preparing your comments. When preparing and submitting your comments, see the commenting tips at https://www.epa.gov/dockets/ commenting-epa-dockets. 3. Environmental justice. EPA seeks to achieve environmental justice, the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of any group, including minority and/or low-income populations, in the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. To help address potential environmental justice issues, the Agency seeks information on any groups or segments of the population who, as a result of their location, cultural practices, or other factors, may have atypical or disproportionately high and adverse [FR Doc. 2024–28727 Filed 12–6–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 40 CFR Part 180 [EPA–HQ–OPP–2024–0059; FRL–11682–10– OCSPP] AGENCY: ACTION: This document announces the Agency’s receipt of an initial filing of a pesticide petition requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. SUMMARY: Comments must be received on or before January 8, 2025. DATES: Submit your comments, identified by docket identification (ID) number EPA–HQ–OPP–2024–0059, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Do not submit electronically any information you consider to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Additional instructions on commenting and visiting the docket, along with more information about dockets generally, is available at https://www.epa.gov/dockets. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 I. General Information Charles Smith, Registration Division (RD) (7505T), main telephone number: (202) 566–1030, email address: RDFRNotices@epa.gov. The mailing address is Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460–0001. As part of the mailing address, include the contact person’s name, division, and mail code. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:30 Dec 06, 2024 Jkt 265001 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 human health impacts or environmental effects from exposure to the pesticides discussed in this document, compared to the general population. II. What action is the Agency taking? EPA is announcing receipt of a pesticide petition filed under section 408 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), 21 U.S.C. 346a, requesting the establishment or modification of regulations in 40 CFR part 180 for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various food commodities. The Agency is taking public comment on the request before responding to the petitioner. EPA is not proposing any particular action at this time. EPA has determined that the pesticide petition described in this document contains data or information prescribed in FFDCA section 408(d)(2), 21 U.S.C. 346a(d)(2); however, EPA has not fully evaluated the sufficiency of the submitted data at this time or whether the data supports granting of the pesticide petition. After considering the public comments, EPA intends to evaluate whether and what action may be warranted. Additional data may be needed before EPA can make a final determination on this pesticide petition. Pursuant to 40 CFR 180.7(f), a summary of the petition that is the subject of this document, prepared by the petitioner, is included in a docket EPA has created for this rulemaking. The docket for this petition is available at https://www.regulations.gov. As specified in FFDCA section 408(d)(3), 21 U.S.C. 346a(d)(3), EPA is publishing notification of the petition so that the public has an opportunity to comment on this request for the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticides in or on food commodities. Further information on the petition may be obtained through the petition summary referenced in this unit. A. Notice of Filing—Amended Tolerances for Non-Inerts PP 4F9153. EPA–HQ–OPP–2024– 0509. BASF Corporation, 26 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, requests to amend the existing tolerance established in 40 CFR 180.700 for residues of the insecticide afidopyropen in or on Strawberry from 0.15 parts per million (ppm) to 0.3 ppm. In their initial assessment of afidopyropen (DP No. 441491), EPA– HED indicated the existing methods and E:\FR\FM\09DEP1.SGM 09DEP1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 236 (Monday, December 9, 2024)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2024-2573; Airspace Docket No. 23-AGL-20]
RIN 2120-AA66


Amendment of Jet Route J-538 and VOR Federal Airways V-129; 
Establishment of Canadian RNAV Routes Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, and T-797; 
and Revocation of Jet Routes J-483 and J-562; Northcentral United 
States

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: This action proposes to amend Jet Route J-538 and Very High 
Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-129; establish 
Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, and T-797 
within United States (U.S.) airspace; and revoke Jet Routes J-483 and 
J-562. The FAA is proposing this action due to NAV CANADA's 
decommissioning of the Sioux Narrows (VBI), Ontario (ON), Canada, Very 
High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR)/Distance Measuring Equipment 
(VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID) and the planned decommissioning of 
the Lumsden (VLN), Saskatchewan (SK), Canada, VOR/Tactical Air 
Navigation (VORTAC) and Brandon (YBR), Manitoba (MB), Canada, VORTAC 
NAVAIDs. This action is proposed in support of NAV CANADA's NAVAID 
Modernization Program within Canada.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 23, 2025.

ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2024-2573 and 
Airspace Docket No. 23-AGL-20 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 
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 7400.11J, 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, 
600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colby Abbott, Rules and Regulations 
Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 600 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; 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 would modify the National Airspace System (NAS) as 
necessary to preserve the safe and efficient flow of air traffic.

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

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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 
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Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and 
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Central Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, 10101 Hillwood 
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Incorporation by Reference

    Jet Routes are published in paragraph 2004, Canadian Area 
Navigation Routes (Q-routes) are published in paragraph 2007, VOR 
Federal Airways are published in paragraph 6010(a), and Canadian Area 
Navigation Routes (T-routes) are published in paragraph 6013 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 7400.11J, dated July 31, 2024, and effective September 15, 2024. 
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 7400.11J lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, 
air traffic service routes, and reporting points.

Background

    NAV CANADA, which operates Canada's civil air navigation service, 
is implementing changes to Canada's instrument flight rules (IFR) 
navigation infrastructure as part of their NAVAID Modernization 
Program. This modernization program is designed to enhance the 
efficiency of Canada's flying operations by taking advantage of 
performance-based navigation and RNAV avionics capabilities. The 
changes being implemented by NAV CANADA affect Jet Routes J-483, J-538, 
and J-562, and VOR Federal Airway V-129. These Air Traffic Service 
(ATS) routes provide cross-border connectivity between the U.S. and 
Canada.
    NAV CANADA has decommissioned the Sioux Narrows, ON, VOR/DME and 
plans to decommission the Lumsden, SK, VORTAC and Brandon, MB, VORTAC 
as part of their NAVAID Modernization Program. As a result, amendments 
to J-538 and V-129, and revocation of J-483 and J-562 in U.S. airspace 
are required due to the loss of navigational guidance provided by the 
Sioux Narrows, ON; Lumsden, SK; and Brandon, MB, VORs and to match 
airway changes NAV CANADA is making within Canadian airspace. NAV 
CANADA has established Canadian RNAV Routes Q-828 in the high-altitude 
enroute structure and T-797 in the low-altitude enroute structure 
already and plans to establish Canadian RNAV Routes Q-945 and Q-971 in 
the high-altitude enroute structure as mitigations for the affected ATS 
routes within Canadian and U.S. airspace.
    To mitigate the proposed loss of J-538 and V-129 route segments and 
proposed revocation of J-483 and J-562, and to support NAV CANADA's 
planned RNAV route replacements for these affected ATS routes, the FAA 
must establish portions of Canadian RNAV Routes Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, 
and T-797 within U.S. airspace. The new Canadian RNAV route segments in 
U.S. airspace would provide airway continuity with NAV CANADA's RNAV 
Routes that are established or being established within Canadian 
airspace and provide cross-border airway connectivity between the U.S. 
and Canada. Existing NAVAIDs that provide conventional enroute 
structure in the affected area are limited and alternate, parallel, or 
adjacent Jet Routes or VOR Federal Airways to use as mitigations are 
not available. To compensate for the loss of the conventional enroute 
structure, IFR pilots with RNAV-equipped aircraft could navigate using 
the Canadian RNAV Routes proposed in this action or fly point-to-point 
using the Fixes and Waypoints (WP) that would remain in place. 
Additionally, IFR pilots could request air traffic control (ATC) radar 
vectors to fly through or around the affected areas. Visual flight 
rules pilots who elect to navigate via airways could also take 
advantage of the ATC services listed previously.

The Proposal

    The FAA is proposing to amend 14 CFR part 71 by amending Jet Route 
J-538 and VOR Federal Airway V-129; establishing Canadian RNAV Routes 
Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, and T-797 in U.S. airspace; and revoking Jet 
Routes J-483 and J-562. The FAA is proposing this action due to the 
decommissioning of the Sioux Narrows, ON, Canada, VOR/DME and the 
planned decommissioning of the Lumsden, SK, Canada, VORTAC and Brandon, 
MB, Canada, VORTAC by NAV CANADA in support of their NAVAID 
Modernization Program. The proposed ATS route actions are described 
below.
    J-483: J-483 currently extends between the Minot, ND, VOR/DME and 
the Lumsden, SK, Canada, VORTAC. The airspace within Canada is 
excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route in its entirety.
    J-538: J-538 currently extends between the Sioux Narrows, ON, 
Canada, VOR/DME and the Badger, WI, VOR/DME. The airspace within Canada 
is excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route segment between the 
Sioux Narrows, ON, VOR/DME and the Duluth, MN, VORTAC. As amended, the 
route would be changed to extend between the Duluth VORTAC and the 
Badger VOR/DME.
    J-562: J-562 currently extends between the Dickinson, ND, VORTAC 
and the Brandon, MB, Canada, VORTAC. The airspace within Canada is 
excluded. The FAA proposes to remove the route in its entirety.
    Q-828: Q-828 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be 
established within U.S. airspace extending between the Duluth, MN, 
VORTAC and the FARID, MN, WP that would replace the ``CFCJN'' Computer 
Navigation Fix (CNF) on the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route 
would mitigate the proposed J-538 amendment and provide route 
continuity and cross-border connectivity with the RNAV Route Q-828 
established by NAV CANADA within Canadian airspace.

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    Q-945: Q-945 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be 
established within U.S. airspace extending between the Dickinson, ND, 
VORTAC and the OSMEE, ND, WP that would replace the ``CFMSZ'' CNF on 
the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed 
J-562 revocation and provide route continuity and cross-border 
connectivity with the RNAV Route Q-945 being established by NAV CANADA 
within Canadian airspace.
    Q-971: Q-971 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be 
established within U.S. airspace extending between the Minot, ND, VOR/
DME and the CIPTA, ND, WP that would replace the ``CFHLT'' CNF on the 
U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed J-
483 revocation and provide route continuity and cross-border 
connectivity with the RNAV Route Q-971 being established by NAV CANADA 
within Canadian airspace.
    V-129: V-129 currently extends between the Spinner, IL, VORTAC and 
the intersection of the International Falls, MN, VOR/DME 335[deg] 
radial and United States/Canadian border. The FAA proposes to remove 
the airway segment between the International Falls VOR/DME and the 
intersection of the International Falls VOR/DME 335[deg] radial and 
United States/Canadian border. As amended, the airway would be changed 
to extend between the Spinner VORTAC and the International Falls VOR/
DME.
    T-797: T-797 is a new Canadian RNAV route proposed to be 
established within U.S. airspace extending between the International 
Falls, MN, VOR/DME and the WUGOR, MN, WP replacing the ``CFDTS'' CNF on 
the U.S./Canada border. The new RNAV route would mitigate the proposed 
V-129 airway segment removal and provide route continuity and cross-
border connectivity with the RNAV Route T-797 established by NAV CANADA 
within Canadian airspace.
    The NAVAID radials listed in the VOR Federal Airway V-129 
description in the regulatory text of this NPRM are unchanged and 
stated in degrees True north.

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

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

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f); 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 
7400.11J, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated July 31, 
2024, and effective September 15, 2024, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 2004 Jet Routes.

* * * * *

J-483 [Removed]

* * * * *

J-538 [Amended]

    From Duluth, MN; Dells, WI; to Badger, WI.
* * * * *

J-562 [Removed]

* * * * *

Paragraph 2007 Canadian Area Navigation Routes.

* * * * *

Q-828 Duluth, MN (DLH) to FARID, MN [New]
 
Duluth, MN (DLH)                                VORTAC                         (Lat. 46[deg]48'07.79'' N, long. 092[deg]12'10.33'' W)
FARID, MN                                       WP                             (Lat. 48[deg]36'13.96'' N, long. 093[deg]25'16.09'' W)
 

* * * * *

Q-945 Dickinson, ND (DIK) to OSMEE, ND [New]
 
Dickinson, ND (DIK)                             VORTAC                         (Lat. 46[deg]51'36.14'' N, long. 102[deg]46'24.60'' W)
OSMEE, ND                                       WP                             (Lat. 48[deg]59'59.19'' N, long. 100[deg]49'57.63'' W)
 

* * * * *

Q-971 Minot, ND (MOT) to CIPTA, ND [New]
 
Minot, ND (MOT)                                 VOR/DME                        (Lat. 48[deg]15'37.21'' N, long. 101[deg]17'13.46'' W)
CIPTA, ND                                       WP                             (Lat. 48[deg]59'55.84'' N, long. 102[deg]20'17.11'' W)
 

Paragraph 6010(a) VOR Federal Airways.

* * * * *

V-129 [Amended]

    From Spinner, IL; Peoria, IL; Davenport, IA; Dubuque, IA; INT 
Dubuque 348[deg] and Nodine, MN, 150[deg] radials; Nodine; Eau 
Claire, WI; Duluth, MN; Hibbing, MN; to International Falls, MN.
* * * * *

Paragraph 6013 Canadian Area Navigation Routes.

* * * * *

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T-797 International Falls, MN (INL) to WUGOR, MN [New]
 
International Falls, MN (INL)                   VOR/DME                        (Lat. 48[deg]33'56.87'' N, long. 093[deg]24'20.44'' W)
WUGOR, MN                                       WP                             (Lat. 48[deg]35'58.85'' N, long. 093[deg]25'44.53'' W)
 


    Issued in Washington, DC, on December 3, 2024.
Richard Lee Parks,
Manager (A), Rules and Regulations Group.
[FR Doc. 2024-28727 Filed 12-6-24; 8:45 am]
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