On November 4, 2026, the Federal Aviation Administration announced a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend domestic VOR Federal Airways V-44, V-170, and V-312 in the eastern United States. This proposal is due to the planned decommissioning of the Andrews, MD (ADW), VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC). Public comments on the proposal will be accepted until December 21, 2026.
Press Release: Federal Aviation Administration
Published November 4, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Amendment of Domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-44, V-170, and V-312; Eastern United States
Action: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
Summary
This action proposes to amend domestic VOR Federal Airways V- 44, V-170, and V-312 in the eastern United States. The FAA is proposing these actions due to the planned decommissioning of the Andrews, MD (ADW), VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC).
Key dates
- Public comments close: December 21, 2026
Comments must be received on or before December 21, 2026.
Full text: Federal Register document 2026-22464
