This document summarizes a March 11, 2019 meeting of the StART Aviation Noise Working Group, which brought together representatives from Sea-Tac Airport neighboring communities, the Port of Seattle, the FAA, and Delta Air Lines. Key topics included an update on the Late-Night Noise Limitation Program, which monitors and reports on the noisiest flights between midnight and 5 AM, and a presentation on Noise Abatement Departure Procedures (NADP), which offer two approaches to reducing aircraft noise either close to or farther from the airport. The group also discussed the limits of enforcement, noting that neither the FAA nor the Port can formally fine airlines for not following noise abatement procedures, as safety always takes priority.Open full document
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Meeting summary from the StART Aviation Noise Working Group held on March 11, 2019, covering updates on the Rolling Work Plan and the Late-Night Noise Limitation Program. The meeting also featured a presentation on Noise Abatement Departure Procedure (NADP) profiles, including discussion of close-in versus distant procedures and next steps for exploration.