The Port of Seattle completed an updated Part 150 Noise and Land Use Compatibility Study for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac), which was approved by the Port of Seattle Commission in October 2013 and subsequently received a Record of Approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The study identifies noise incompatibilities in communities surrounding Sea-Tac and recommends measures to reduce aircraft noise, building on earlier programs such as a 'fly-quiet' initiative and sound insulation efforts. Sea-Tac is recognized as having one of the most comprehensive airport noise reduction programs in the nation, and this updated study is intended to further minimize the impact of aircraft noise on neighboring communities.Open full document
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This webpage announces the FAA’s approval of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s Part 150 Noise and Land Use Compatibility Study, updated by the Port of Seattle in partnership with Landrum & Brown. The study identifies noise incompatibilities surrounding Sea-Tac Airport and recommends measures to correct existing and prevent future incompatibilities. It also summarizes noise mitigation programs from previous studies, including a ‘fly-quiet’ program and sound insulation measures.