Seattle-Tacoma International Airport operates one of the nation's most comprehensive airport noise management programs, divided into Noise Abatement measures — such as restricting the noisiest Stage 2 jets at night, controlling ground engine use, and routing flight paths over fewer homes — and Noise Remedy programs that help affected residents through home sound insulation, sales assistance, and a completed acquisition program that purchased 1,400 severely impacted homes. The Port of Seattle also monitors noise levels through an 11-station system and tracks flight paths using FAA radar data to ensure compliance. Residents can report concerns or request information 24 hours a day via the Noise Information/Complaint Line at 433-5393 or toll-free at 1-800-826-1147.Open full document
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Port of Seattle fact sheets describing Sea-Tac Airport (STIA) noise abatement and noise remedy programs, including the Noise Budget program (Stage 2 to Stage 3 fleet transition, January 1991 inception, 50% to 85% Stage 3 fleet mix), Nighttime Limitations Program (Stage 2 curfew 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., effective October 1, 1995), Ground Noise Control (powerbacks, engine run-ups), Noise Abatement Procedures (Duwamish/Elliott Bay Departure Corridor, Puget Sound Nighttime Departure Procedures), Flight Track Monitoring, Noise Monitoring (11-station permanent system), Acquisition and Relocation program (1,400 homes acquired by 1993), and Sound Insulation and Sales Assistance. Noise Information/Complaint Line: 433-5393 or 1-800-826-1147. Revised August 1996.