FAAFinal Rule
Airspace Designations and Reporting Points: United States Area Navigation Routes Q-121 and Q-156
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Summary
The FAA is officially establishing two new flight paths (called Q-121 and Q-156) across U.S. airspace to help aircraft navigate more efficiently using modern GPS technology. These designated routes will improve air traffic flow and safety by giving pilots clear, standardized paths to follow.
Key Points
- 1Two new navigation routes (Q-121 and Q-156) are being added to U.S. airspace to improve how planes travel between destinations
- 2These routes use Area Navigation (RNAV) technology, which allows aircraft to fly more precise paths based on GPS rather than following older ground-based navigation systems
- 3The new routes are designed to reduce flight times, fuel consumption, and air traffic congestion on existing airways
- 4Airlines and pilots must update their flight planning systems and procedures to use these new designated routes
- 5This regulation applies to commercial and general aviation aircraft operating in the designated airspace areas covered by routes Q-121 and Q-156
Key Dates
Published
February 19, 2026
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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