This document summarizes Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's near-term action plan to reduce aviation noise, covering seven initiatives as of February 2022. Key efforts include a Late Night Noise Limitation Program (underway since 2019), adjustments to runway use and glide slopes, a ground noise study, and improved public reporting of noise complaints. While several programs are actively underway or in process, the Noise Abatement Departure Profiles initiative was not implemented after analysis showed it could increase noise for some close-in neighborhoods.Open full document
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This document summarizes the SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) Aviation Noise Working Group’s near-term noise action agenda as of February 2022. It covers seven action items including the Late Night Noise Limitation Program, Runway Use Program, Glide Slope Adjustment, Ground Noise Study, Noise Abatement Departure Profiles Analysis, Rolling Takeoffs, and Noise Comment Reporting. Each item includes descriptions, components, anticipated changes, responsible parties, and status updates.