[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 10 (Friday, January 14, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 2325-2327]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-00289]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2021-0473; Airspace Docket No. 21-AGL-3]
RIN 2120-AA66
Amendment to Area Navigation (RNAV) T-302; Midwestern United
States
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This action amends RNAV route T-302 by extending it further to
the east from its current endpoint. This action supplements the
National Airspace System (NAS) enroute structure, as well as provides
additional RNAV options in the Midwest. Additionally, this action
supports the FAA's Next Generation (NextGen) Air Transportation System
efforts to transition the NAS from ground-based to space-based
navigation.
DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, March 24, 2022. 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 JO 7400.11
and publication of conforming amendments.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11F, Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. For further information, you can
contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591;
telephone: (202) 267-8783. The Order is also available for inspection
at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of FAA Order JO 7400.11F at NARA,
email: [email protected] or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jesse Acevedo, Rules and Regulations
Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Authority for This Rulemaking
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,
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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
modifies the route structure as necessary to preserve the safe and
efficient flow of air traffic within the National Airspace System.
History
The FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking for Docket No.
FAA-2021-0473, in the Federal Register (86 FR 35235; July 2, 2021),
amending T-302 by extending it further to the east from its current
endpoint. This action expands the availability of RNAV routing in
support of transitioning the NAS from ground-based to satellite-based
navigation. The FAA invited interested parties to participate in this
rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. There
were no comments received.
United States Area Navigation T-routes are published in paragraph
6011 of FAA Order JO 7400.11F, dated August 10, 2021, and effective
September 15, 2021, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1.
The RNAV route listed in this document will be published subsequently
in FAA Order JO 7400.11.
Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference
This document amends FAA Order JO 7400.11F, Airspace Designations
and Reporting Points, dated August 10, 2021, and effective September
15, 2021. FAA Order JO 7400.11F is publicly available as listed in the
ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11F lists Class
A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and
reporting points.
The Rule
This action amends 14 CFR part 71 by amending RNAV route T-302
extending it eastward. This action supports the FAA's NextGen efforts
by transitioning the NAS from ground-based to satellite-based
navigation.
The route change is described below.
T-302: T-302 extends between the CUKIS, OR, waypoint (WP) and the
LLUKY, NE, WP. This action extends the route from the LLUKY, NE, WP to
the GRIFT, IL, WP. The resulting RNAV route extends between the CUKIS,
OR, WP to the GRIFT, IL, WP.
FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points,
is published yearly and effective on September 15.
Regulatory Notices and Analyses
The FAA 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.
It, therefore: (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 only affects air traffic procedures
and air navigation, it is certified that this rule, when promulgated,
does not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
Environmental Review
The FAA determined that this action of extending T-302 to the east
qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental
Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and its implementing regulations at
40 CFR part 1500, and in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F,
Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures, paragraph 5-6.5a, which
categorically excludes from further environmental impact review
rulemaking actions that designate or modify classes of airspace areas,
airways, routes, and reporting points (see 14 CFR part 71, Designation
of Class A, B, C, D, and E Airspace Areas; Air Traffic Service Routes;
and Reporting Points). As such, this action is not expected to result
in any potentially significant environmental impacts. In accordance
with FAA Order 1050.1F, paragraph 5-2 regarding Extraordinary
Circumstances, the FAA reviewed this action for factors and
circumstances in which a normally categorically excluded action may
have a significant environmental impact requiring further analysis.
Accordingly, the FAA determined that no extraordinary circumstances
exist that warrant preparation of an environmental assessment or
environmental impact study.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).
The Amendment
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(f), 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 JO
7400.11F, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 10,
2021, and effective September 15, 2021, is amended as follows:
Paragraph 6011 United States Area Navigation Routes.
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T-302 CUKIS, OR to GRIFT, IL [Amended]
CUKIS, OR WP (Lat. 45[deg]20'59.59'' N, long. 122[deg]21'49.41'' W)
JJETT, OR WP (Lat. 44[deg]56'35.43'' N, long. 121[deg]40'56.36'' W)
CUPRI, OR FIX (Lat. 44[deg]37'03.76'' N, long. 121[deg]15'13.89'' W)
ZUDMI, OR WP (Lat. 44[deg]19'59.29'' N, long. 120[deg]28'10.92'' W)
Wildhorse, OR (ILR) VOR/DME (Lat. 43[deg]35'35.27'' N, long. 118[deg]57'18.18'' W)
JOSTN, OR WP (Lat. 43[deg]34'16.92'' N, long. 117[deg]53'51.34'' W)
UKAYI, ID WP (Lat. 43[deg]46'57.60'' N, long. 117[deg]05'24.14'' W)
PARMO, ID FIX (Lat. 43[deg]45'32.78'' N, long. 116[deg]49'10.43'' W)
ADEXE, ID WP (Lat. 43[deg]30'16.79'' N, long. 116[deg]26'53.72'' W)
FEVDO, ID WP (Lat. 42[deg]53'48.88'' N, long. 115[deg]02'00.30'' W)
TOXEE, ID FIX (Lat. 42[deg]41'41.81'' N, long. 114[deg]27'13.10'' W)
JADUP, ID WP (Lat. 42[deg]44'32.00'' N, long. 113[deg]42'15.22'' W)
MIKAE, WY WP (Lat. 42[deg]06'36.88'' N, long. 110[deg]35'59.28'' W)
BXTER, WY WP (Lat. 41[deg]53'13.97'' N, long. 110[deg]04'52.38'' W)
EEBEE, WY WP (Lat. 41[deg]44'07.05'' N, long. 109[deg]35'10.21'' W)
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REGVE, WY WP (Lat. 41[deg]38'35.07'' N, long. 109[deg]20'30.96'' W)
Rock Springs, WY (OCS) VOR/DME (Lat. 41[deg]35'24.76'' N, long. 109[deg]00'55.18'' W)
FIKLA, WY WP (Lat. 41[deg]56'20.50'' N, long. 106[deg]57'11.03'' W)
Medicine Bow, WY (MBW) VOR/DME (Lat. 41[deg]50'43.88'' N, long. 106[deg]00'15.42'' W)
Scottsbluff, NE (BFF) VORTAC (Lat. 41[deg]53'38.99'' N, long. 103[deg]28'55.31'' W)
WAKPA, NE (BFF) WP (Lat. 42[deg]03'21.64'' N, long. 103[deg]04'57.99'' W)
Alliance, NE (AIA) VOR/DME (Lat. 42[deg]03'20.27'' N, long. 102[deg]48'16.00'' W)
MARSS, NE FIX (Lat. 42[deg]27'48.92'' N, long. 100[deg]36'15.32'' W)
PUKFA, NE WP (Lat. 42[deg]22'59.52'' N, long. 099[deg]59'36.42'' W)
GIYED, NE FIX (Lat. 42[deg]30'22.02'' N, long. 099[deg]08'05.55'' W)
LLUKY, NE WP (Lat. 42[deg]29'20.26'' N, long. 098[deg]38'11.44'' W)
KAATO, IA WP (Lat. 42[deg]35'06.89'' N, long. 095[deg]58'53.08'' W)
ROKKK, IA WP (Lat. 42[deg]37'00.00'' N, long. 094[deg]04'03.00'' W)
Waterloo, IA (ALO) VOR/DME (Lat. 42[deg]33'23.39'' N, long. 092[deg]23'56.13'' W)
Dubuque, IA (DBQ) VORTAC (Lat. 42[deg]24'05.29'' N, long. 090[deg]42'32.68'' W)
JOOLZ, IL WP (Lat. 42[deg]20'41.49'' N, long. 090[deg]12'12.00'' W)
GRIFT, IL WP (Lat. 42[deg]17'28.14'' N, long. 088[deg]53'41.42'' W)
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Issued in Washington, DC, on January 6, 2022.
Michael R. Beckles,
Acting Manager, Rules and Regulations Group.
[FR Doc. 2022-00289 Filed 1-13-22; 8:45 am]
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