[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 237 (Friday, December 11, 2009)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 65686-65687]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-29394]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0888; Airspace Docket No. 09-ASO-23]


Modification of Jet Route J-20; Florida

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies Jet Route J-20 by terminating the route 
at the Orlando, FL, very high frequency omnidirectional range/tactical 
air navigation (VORTAC) facility, thereby eliminating a portion of J-20 
that is no longer needed. This action will ensure the efficient use of 
airspace within the National Airspace System (NAS).

DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, February 11, 2010. The Director of the 
Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 
1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and 
publication of conforming amendments.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gallant, Airspace and Rules 
Group, Office of System Operations Airspace and AIM, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20591; 
telephone: (202) 267-8783.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

History

    On Friday, October 23, 2009, the FAA published in the Federal 
Register a notice of proposed rulemaking to modify jet route J-20 (74 
FR 54765). Interested parties were invited to participate in this 
rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. No 
comments were received.

The Rule

    The FAA is amending Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 
part 71 to eliminate the segment of J-20 that extends between the 
Orlando VORTAC and the Virginia Key very high frequency omnidirectional 
range/distance measuring equipment (VOR/DME). The FAA has determined 
that this portion of J-20 is no longer required. Currently, J-20 
parallels jet route J-53, between the Miami area and DEARY intersection 
(southeast of the Orlando VORTAC). At DREARY, J-20 makes a left turn to 
the Orlando VORTAC where it converges with J-53. This can cause a 
problem when aircraft are parallel on both J-20 and J-53. Jet route J-
113 provides a suitable northbound replacement route for the J-20 
segment. In addition, this change provides air traffic control with 
more time to get climbing aircraft to their requested altitudes, 
thereby enhancing system efficiency.
    Jet routes are published in paragraph 2004 of FAA Order 7400.9T 
dated August 27, 2009 and effective September 15, 2009, which is 
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The jet route listed in this 
document will be subsequently published in the Order.

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    The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an 
established body of technical regulations for which frequent and 
routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. 
Therefore, this regulation: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory 
action'' under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ``significant rule'' 
under Department of Transportation (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 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.
    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 amends a portion of the en route structure to enhance the safe 
and efficient use of the NAS in Florida.

Environmental Review

    The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical 
exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance 
with FAA Order 1050.1E, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies and 
Procedures,'' paragraph 311a and 311b. This airspace action is not 
expected to cause any potentially significant environmental impacts, 
and no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an 
environmental assessment.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

Adoption of the Amendment

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In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration 
amends 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

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

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 
24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.


Sec.  71.1  [Amended]

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2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order 7400.9T, 
Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, Dated August 27, 2009 and 
effective September 15, 2009, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 2004 Jet Routes.

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J-20 [Modified]

    From Seattle, WA, via Yakima, WA; Pendleton, OR; Donnelly, ID; 
Pocatello, ID; Rock Springs, WY; Falcon, CO; Hugo, CO; Lamar, CO; 
Liberal, KS; INT Liberal 137[deg] and Will Rogers, OK, 284[deg] 
radials; Will Rogers; Belcher, LA; Jackson, MS; Montgomery, AL; 
Meridian, MS; Seminole, FL; INT Seminole 129[deg] and Orlando, FL, 
306[deg] radials; to Orlando.
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    Issued in Washington, DC, on December 4, 2009.
Kelly J. Neubecker,
Acting Manager, Airspace and Rules Group.
[FR Doc. E9-29394 Filed 12-10-09; 8:45 am]
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