FAAFinal Rule
Airspace Designations and Reporting Points: Eastern United States; Correction
Transportation
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Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration is correcting and updating how airspace is organized and labeled in the eastern United States, including fixing names and locations of reporting points that pilots use for navigation. These corrections ensure that pilots and air traffic controllers have accurate information to keep flights safe and efficient.
Key Points
- 1The FAA is fixing errors in airspace maps and navigation points across the eastern United States
- 2This correction affects pilots and air traffic controllers who rely on these designations for safe flight operations
- 3The changes update official names, locations, and reporting points that were previously incorrect or outdated
- 4Airlines and private pilots must use the corrected airspace designations when filing flight plans and communicating with air traffic control
- 5The correction became effective February 6, 2026, and pilots must comply with the new designations immediately
Impact Assessment
If you are a pilot or air traffic controller, this means you will have accurate and corrected names and locations for navigation reporting points in eastern U.S. airspace to ensure safe flight operations.
Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope
Regional
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesFederal Employees
Key Dates
Published
February 6, 2026
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 71
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (FAA-2025-0668)
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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