Defence proposes R179 be disestablished

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    National Airspace Management Office (NAMO)  -
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    Proposal

    R179 is RA3 flying / non-flying airspace west of RAAF Base Pearce which was previously associated with the Muchea Air Weapons Range (MAWR). 

    Due to the MAWR being decommissioned, Defence is proposing R179 be disestablished.

    Image 1: R179

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    National Airspace Management Office (NAMO) Department of Defence
    namo.airspace@defence.gov.au