# Establishment of Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes; Washington, DC
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2013-05-21 · Effective 2013-08-22 · 78 FR 29615
## Document
- **Document number:** 2013-11969
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 78 FR 29615
- **Publication date:** 2013-05-21
- **Effective date:** 2013-08-22
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2013-0081
## Abstract

This action establishes five new RNAV routes in support of the Washington, DC, Optimization of Airspace and Procedures in a Metroplex project. The routes increase National Airspace System (NAS) efficiency and allow easier transition into the high altitude structure for departures from the Washington, DC Metropolitan area airports.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/05/21/2013-11969/establishment-of-area-navigation-rnav-routes-washington-dc)
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