The Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) Aviation Noise Working Group outlined five near-term action items in 2019 aimed at reducing aircraft noise for communities surrounding Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These actions include a Late Night Noise Limitation Program to discourage loud flights between midnight and 5 AM, revisions to the Runway Use Plan to limit 3rd Runway use at night, raising the glideslope on Runway 34R to reduce approach noise, a comprehensive ground noise analysis, and a study of 'distant' noise abatement departure profiles. The Port of Seattle, FAA, airlines, and cargo operators share responsibility for implementing these measures, with most initiatives targeted for mid-to-late 2019 completion.Open full document
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This document summarizes five near-term aviation noise action items being pursued by the Sea-Tac StART Aviation Noise Working Group as of May 14, 2019. The action items include a Late Night Noise Limitation Program, Runway Use Plan Agreement, Glide Slope Analysis, Ground Noise Analysis, and Noise Abatement Departure Profiles. For each item, the document outlines descriptions, components, potential changes, responsible parties, and status updates.