FAAFinal Rule

Airspace Designations and Reporting Points: Hawaiian Islands, HI

Transportation

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated the airspace rules and navigation points around the Hawaiian Islands to improve flight safety and efficiency. These changes affect how pilots navigate through Hawaiian airspace and help air traffic controllers better manage airplane traffic in the region.

Key Points

  • 1The FAA has redesignated certain airspace areas around the Hawaiian Islands and established new reporting points where pilots must communicate their location to air traffic control
  • 2These changes apply to all aircraft flying through Hawaiian airspace, including commercial airlines, private planes, and military aircraft
  • 3The new reporting points help air traffic controllers track planes more accurately and prevent mid-air collisions
  • 4Pilots will need to update their navigation charts and procedures to follow the new airspace designations when flying to, from, or within Hawaii
  • 5The regulation became effective on November 26, 2025, giving pilots and airlines time to implement the changes

Key Dates

Published

November 26, 2025

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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