TagNoise(177)
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2022-01-01Environmental noise: compendium of WHO and other UN guidance on health and environment, 2022 update
★ 32A 2022 World Health Organization report on environmental noise outlines the health risks posed by traffic, aircraft, and leisure noise, including increased risk of heart disease, sleep disturbance, and hearing impairment. The report recommends that aircraft noise levels stay below 45 dB for average exposure and below 40 dB at night to protect public health. It also defines mitigation strategies ranging from reducing noise at the source to behavior change and community education. -
Common environmental noise levels
★How loud is too loud? Continued exposure to noise above 85 dBA (adjusted decibels) over time will cause hearing loss. The volume (dBA) and the length of exposure to the sound will tell you how harmful the noise is. In general, the louder the noise, the less time required before hearing loss will occur. According -
1997-02-01Sea-Tac International Airport impact mitigation study: Initial assessment and recommendations
★ 32This February 1997 report, prepared for five cities near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport along with the Highline School District and Highline Community Hospital, assesses the impacts of Sea-Tac Airport on surrounding communities and offers initial mitigation recommendations. Funded by a State of Washington grant, the study was conducted by Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum and Raytheon Infrastructure Services to address concerns such as noise and other community impacts. It represents an early collaborative effort by local jurisdictions to seek remedies and protections for residents and institutions affected by airport operations. -
1990-01-08FAA role in use of land at Sea-Tac
★A January 1990 FAA briefing document outlines the agency's role in land use at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, explaining that federal involvement stems from approximately $115 million in federal funds spent on the airport since 1970 for planning, land acquisition, construction, and noise insulation. The FAA supported the concept of a park on airport land, provided the Port of Seattle maintained ownership and control, airport funds were not used for the park, and only compatible uses were allowed. The document also details Sea-Tac's noise mitigation efforts, including over $50 million in federal grants to acquire roughly 750 noise-impacted land parcels and more than $7 million to insulate 323 homes near the airport. -
1982-06-01Sea-Tac International Airport noise exposure update
★ 32This June 1982 report, produced by the Port of Seattle, provides an update on noise exposure levels at Seattle-Tacoma (Sea-Tac) International Airport. It documents the extent of aircraft noise affecting surrounding communities, serving as an official record to inform airport noise management and land-use planning policies. The report was part of ongoing efforts by the Port of Seattle to monitor and address the impact of airport operations on nearby residents. -
2026-07-18Rep. Adam Smith Aviation Forum
From the Office of Congressman Adam Smith: Highline College (Building 8, Mt. Townsend Room)Des Moines, WA Saturday, July 18 • 1 PM – 2 PM Join Rep. Adam Smith for an Aviation Forum. Attendees will have questions and concerns about aviation noise and emissions. RSVP today! Representative Adam Smith is hosting an aviation forum with -
2026-07-182026.07
A legal review of the FAA's new Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) finds that while the committee includes community representatives, aviation industry members are likely to outnumber and outvote them, limiting residents' real influence over noise policy decisions. The review also raises concerns that key technical work done in subcommittees may happen outside public view, with no requirement for minority reports when community members are overruled. The author recommends the FAA adopt clearer voting rules, guaranteed community seats on subcommittees, and routine public disclosure of meeting records and competing recommendations. -
2026-07-182026.07
A legal review of the FAA's new Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) finds that while the committee includes community representatives, aviation industry members are likely to outnumber and outvote them, limiting residents' real influence over noise policy decisions. The review also raises concerns that key technical work done in subcommittees may happen outside public view, with no requirement for minority reports when community members are overruled. The author recommends the FAA adopt clearer voting rules, guaranteed community seats on subcommittees, and routine public disclosure of meeting records and competing recommendations. -
2026-07-15FAA Approval of Noise Compatibility Program 14 CFR Part 150 Dane County Regional Airport, Madison, Wisconsin
Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Federal Aviation Administration, DOT. Notice. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its findings on the noise compatibility program submitted by the Dane County for Dane County Regional Airport (MSN). On December 21, 2023, the FAA determined that the noise exposure maps (NEMs) submitted by Dane County were in -
2026-06-28Cedarhurst Neighborhood: Opposing Industrial Rezoning in Burien
Building Community support with Neighbors Building Community support with Neighbors Building Community support with Neighbors What is this all about anyway? Coming together to help our neighborhood Our platform aims to foster a strong community identity, which celebrates the unique and charming aspects of our Cedarhurst Neighborhood. We are nestled within the larger