FAA Fixes Alaska Airway Glitches After Shemya Beacon Retirement
Published Date: 12/23/2025
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Summary
The FAA fixed some mix-ups in their recent Alaska flight route updates involving Green 8, Jet Route J-115, and RNAV Route T-227, plus the new RNAV Route Q-188. These changes help pilots navigate better after the Shemya radio beacon is retired. The corrected rules kick in January 22, 2026, with no extra costs for airlines or travelers.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
J-115 Segment Removed in Alaska
This correction removes the segment of Jet Route J-115 between the Fairbanks, AK, VORTAC and the Deadhorse, AK, VOR/DME from the airway description. The change corrects an earlier rule and takes effect at 0901 UTC on January 22, 2026.
G-8 Segment Removed in Alaska
This correction removes the segment of Colored Federal Airway G-8 between the Elfee, AK, NDB and the Kachemak, AK, NDB from the airway description. The correction is effective 0901 UTC on January 22, 2026.
No Added Costs for Travelers or Airlines
The FAA states the corrected rules take effect January 22, 2026, and impose no extra costs for airlines or travelers. Travelers do not face new fees or added charges as a result of this correction.
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