This document summarizes a January 14, 2019 meeting of the StART Aviation Noise Working Group, which advises on noise reduction efforts around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Key topics included a recommendation to increase the Runway 34R glide slope angle from 2.75 to 3.1 degrees to reduce arrival noise, updates on a Late Night Noise Limitation Program, and a presentation on how reverse thrust works and its impact on ground noise. The group agreed to bring a recommendation to the Port Commission to expedite the glide slope change and proceed with an 'at-risk' design process.Open full document
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Meeting summary from the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) Aviation Noise Working Group held January 14, 2019. The meeting covered updates on the Draft Rolling Work Plan including the Runway Use Agreement, Late Night Noise Limitation Program, and A320 Arrival Noise Retrofit. Discussions also addressed glide slope change alternatives for Runway 34R and a presentation on reverse thrust utilization.