Alaska Pilots Get New Route as Old Beacon Retires
Published Date: 5/28/2025
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Summary
The FAA is retiring Jet Route J-606 and launching a new RNAV Route Q-182 in Alaska because the Chinook radio beacon is shutting down. Pilots flying in this area will use the new, modern route to keep flights smooth and safe. This change starts soon and won’t cost anyone extra—just better flying navigation!
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J-606 Revoked; RNAV Q-182 Established
The FAA is revoking Jet Route J-606 and establishing a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-182 in Alaska because the Chinook, AK Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB) is being decommissioned. Pilots who fly in that area will use the new RNAV route to keep flights smooth and safe. The FAA states the change starts soon and will not cost anyone extra.
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