Title 14 CFR Part 36 sets the federal noise standards that aircraft must meet to receive type and airworthiness certificates from the FAA. It covers a wide range of aircraft, including large commercial jet airplanes, propeller-driven small and commuter planes, helicopters, and tiltrotors, establishing specific noise measurement, evaluation, and limit requirements for each category. These rules are relevant to airports like Sea-Tac because they define the baseline noise performance standards that aircraft operating in the area must satisfy.Open full document
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14 CFR Part 36 sets out FAA noise standards required for the issuance of type certificates, airworthiness certificates, and related approvals for various aircraft categories including transport category large airplanes, jet airplanes, propeller-driven small airplanes, helicopters, and tiltrotors. The regulation covers noise measurement, evaluation, and limits, and includes provisions for acoustical changes and documentation requirements. It is current as of July 12, 2024.