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A public comment submitted to the Department of Transportation argues that communities should have a stronger voice in shaping Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) policy, including drones and air taxis, before decisions are made. It calls on the FAA to conduct independent research on noise, health, environmental, and privacy impacts, and to use better noise measurement tools that reflect residents' real-world experience. The comment also urges regulators to avoid repeating mistakes made during the NextGen rollout, where communities were excluded from the process until after key decisions had already been implemented.

The U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking public input to help develop a national strategy for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), which includes electric and hybrid-electric aircraft capable of vertical or short takeoff and landing. The strategy aims to address safety, infrastructure, community impacts, and regulatory frameworks for these emerging aircraft technologies. While this notice does not specifically address Sea-Tac Airport or local noise policy, noise reduction compared to traditional aviation is cited as one potential benefit of AAM operations.

This presentation explores how Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) can benefit local communities, featuring perspectives from aviation and planning experts including representatives from Teterboro Airport, CAMI, NBAA, and consulting firms HMMH. The panel, moderated by Gabriel Andino of Teterboro Airport, examines the potential community impacts of emerging air mobility technologies. Topics likely include noise, infrastructure, and equity considerations relevant to airport neighbors and policymakers.