20 Mar 2025
✈️FAA Establishes RNAV Route Q-161 Enhancing Air Navigation Efficiency
Establishment of United States Area Navigation Route Q-161 and Amendment of United States Area Navigation Routes Q-97, Q-133, Q-437, Q-439, Q-445, and Q-481; Eastern United States
Summary
This action establishes United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-161 and amends RNAV Routes Q-97, Q-133, Q-409, Q-437, Q-439, Q- 445, and Q-481 in the eastern United States. This action supports the Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Route (NEC ACR) Optimization Project to improve the efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS).
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
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The establishment and amendment of RNAV routes Q-161 and others by the FAA directly affect air traffic regulations, impacting operational efficiencies and safety protocols for airlines and businesses in the aviation sector. By improving airspace navigation, businesses reliant on air transportation could see reduced operational costs and enhanced service delivery.