Air Force planes can now fly lower over Wichita, Kansas

The Federal Aviation Administration changed how it defines air traffic zones around Wichita, Kansas. This means military aircraft from McConnell Air Force Base can now fly at lower altitudes in certain areas and at certain times.

Airspace rules dictate who can fly where, and at what height. When the Air Force changes its local flight patterns, it often means new training exercises or operational requirements. This change allows military pilots more flexibility in their flight paths near the base.