Pilots flying over Montana will get new navigation checkpoints

The Federal Aviation Administration wants to add a new reporting point for aircraft in Montana. This means pilots flying at low altitudes will have more precise locations to report their position.

Air traffic control relies on pilots reporting their location at specific points. Adding more of these points, especially in areas with complex terrain like Montana, makes air travel safer. It helps controllers track planes more accurately and reduces the chance of mid-air collisions or planes flying off course.