Navy sonar testing regulations for the North Pacific and Indian Oceans
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a rule allowing the U.S. Navy to use specific low-frequency active sonar systems during training and testing. This authorization covers operations in the western and central North Pacific Ocean and the eastern Indian Ocean.
Why it matters: This is a regulatory requirement that allows the Navy to continue its underwater surveillance training while complying with the Marine Mammal Protection Act. It is a standard administrative procedure for military operations that involve potential impact on protected species.
Who it affects
- The U.S. Navy
This information comes from the Commerce Department/NOAA via the Federal Register; readers should consult the official document for specific technical requirements and legal limits.
Agency: Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document