BAC SP Chapter 13 Airport Noise And Access Restrictions 0001

Chapter 13. Airport Noise and Access Restrictions 13.1. Introduction and Responsibilities. This chapter contains guidance on the sponsor’s responsibility with regard to restrictions on airport noise and access. Access restrictions have the potential to violate the federal obligation to make the airport available for public use on reasonable terms and without unjust discrimination as required by Grant Assurance 22, EconomIc Nondiscrimination. It is the responsibility of the airports district offices (ADOs) and regional airports divisions to advise sponsors on the laws and policies that apply to access restrictions and to ensure that the sponsor extends equitable treatment to all of the airport's aeronautical users. Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 (ANCA) requires airport sponsors proposing restrictions on operations by Stage 2 or Stage 3 aircraft to conform to 14 CFR Part 161 Notice and Approval of Airport Noise and Access Restrictions. (Photo: FAA). 13.2. Background. a. The legal framework with respect to abatement of aviation noise may be summarized as follows: (1). The federal government has preempted the areas of airspace use and management, air traffic control, safety, and the regulation of aircraft noise at its source. The federal government also has substantial power to influence airport development through its administration of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). (2). Other powers and authorities to control aircraft noise rest with the airport proprietor – including the power to select an airport site, acquire land, assure compatible land use, and control airport design, scheduling and operations – subject to constitutional prohibitions against…

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