The Aviation Impacted Communities Act establishes a structured process to help neighborhoods affected by aircraft noise, starting with the FAA identifying eligible communities and ending with grants for noise mitigation. A community qualifies as 'aviation impacted' if it is located within 1 mile of any point where a commercial or cargo jet route passes at or below 3,000 feet above ground level. Once designated, communities can form boards, conduct studies, and develop action plans to address aviation-related impacts near airports like Sea-Tac.Open full document
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Presentation overview of the Aviation Impacted Communities Act (AICA), defining ‘aviation impacted community’ as a community located not greater than 1 mile from any point at which a commercial or cargo jet route is 3,000 feet or less above ground level (Sec. 7(2)). Outlines the process established by the Act: FAA notification of eligibility for ‘designated community’ status, selection of board members, board meetings, study or report, action plan, and grants for mitigation funds.