2025-03116Proposed Rule

FAA Redraws Sky Highways for Smoother Eastern Flights

Published Date: 2/27/2025

Proposed Rule

Summary

The FAA is updating some flight paths in the eastern U.S. by changing routes Q-64 and T-414 and adding new routes T-461 and T-463. These changes help pilots fly safer and smoother with modern technology. Airlines and travelers will benefit from better air traffic flow, with no extra costs or delays expected.

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Eastern RNAV Route Updates

The FAA proposes to amend RNAV routes Q-64 and T-414 and to establish new RNAV routes T-461 and T-463 in the eastern United States. The change is intended to modernize the RNAV route structure and improve the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS) under the FAA NextGen program.

Better Traffic Flow, No Added Costs

The FAA says airlines and travelers will benefit from better air traffic flow due to these RNAV route changes, and that no extra costs or delays are expected. You as a traveler should not see added fees or planned delays from this proposal.

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Key Dates

Published Date
2/27/2025

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Transportation Department
Federal Aviation Administration
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