This document summarizes a May 11, 2020 virtual meeting of the StART Aviation Noise Working Group, which oversees efforts to reduce aircraft noise around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Key updates included a significant drop in nighttime flight operations due to COVID-19, continued progress on the Runway Use Plan limiting third-runway landings between midnight and 5 a.m., and the temporary pause of several noise studies due to pandemic-related constraints. The group also reviewed ongoing initiatives such as the A320 aircraft whistle-noise retrofit effort, a glide slope adjustment project for Runway 34R, and a new monthly public reporting system called PlaneNoise.Open full document
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This document is the facilitator’s meeting summary for the StART Aviation Noise Working Group meeting held on May 11, 2020 via Zoom. The meeting covered updates on several noise-related programs including the Late Night Noise Limitation Program, Runway Use Plan, Glide Slope Adjustment, Ground Noise Analysis, Noise Abatement Departures Profile Study, A320 Aircraft Noise mitigation, and PlaneNoise Monthly Reporting. Many initiatives were noted as delayed or on hold due to COVID-19 impacts on flight operations and in-person activities.