Montana Pilots Get New Low-Altitude Check-In Spot
Published Date: 7/31/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Pilots flying low over Montana will now use the Helena VORTAC as a key spot to check in with air traffic control. This change helps keep flights safe and organized without costing anyone extra. It’s a simple update that starts soon, making Montana skies clearer and smoother for everyone involved.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Helena VORTAC becomes reporting point
If you fly low over Montana, the Helena (HLN), MT VORTAC is being proposed as a Domestic Low Altitude Reporting Point. Pilots will use HLN to check in with air traffic control, the change is intended to keep flights safe and organized, and it is described as starting soon without costing anyone extra.
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