TagReagan National Airport(39)
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2022-04-24DCA Fly Quiet White Paper
★A white paper by Vianair, Inc. examining noise abatement procedures at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and proposing the development of a comprehensive Fly Quiet program to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding residential communities. -
2026-05-30Memorandum of understanding: Aircraft noise mitigation study
This Memorandum of Understanding establishes a cost-sharing agreement between Prince George's County (Maryland), Fairfax County (Virginia), and the City of Alexandria (Virginia) to jointly hire a contractor to study and propose ways to reduce aircraft noise impacts near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Each of the three parties agrees to contribute up to $83,333 toward a total project budget of $250,000, with Alexandria taking the lead on contractor procurement and contract management. The agreement runs for two years with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. -
2026-05-30
Memorandum of understanding: Aircraft noise mitigation study
This Memorandum of Understanding establishes a cost-sharing agreement between Prince George's County (Maryland), Fairfax County (Virginia), and the City of Alexandria (Virginia) to jointly hire a contractor to study and propose ways to reduce aircraft noise impacts near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Each of the three parties agrees to contribute up to $83,333 toward a total project budget of $250,000, with Alexandria taking the lead on contractor procurement and contract management. The agreement runs for two years with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. -
2026-04-21DCA Fly Quiet Program: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
This document outlines the Fly Quiet Program at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C., describing the airport's efforts to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding communities. Key measures include FAA-approved flight procedures, a nighttime noise rule with financial penalties for violations between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., limits on engine run-ups, and requests to airlines to use quieter aircraft. The program also operates a public noise complaint system, flight-tracking tools, and a noise monitoring network to keep residents informed and engaged. -
2025-06-17DCA South of Airport Aircraft Noise and Mitigation Study Project Update
A Vianair project update presentation to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Land Use Policy Committee regarding the DCA South of Airport Aircraft Noise and Mitigation Study. The study addresses changes in flight paths after the Metroplex implementation that resulted in increased overflights of residential areas south of Reagan National Airport, with objectives to reduce -
2025-06-17DCA South of Airport Aircraft Noise and Mitigation Study Project Update
A project update presentation to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Land Use Policy Committee regarding the DCA South of Airport Aircraft Noise and Mitigation Study. The study addresses changes in flight paths after the Metroplex implementation that resulted in increased overflights of residential areas south of Reagan National Airport, with objectives to reduce overflights -
2025-04-10The wing tip of an American Airlines plane strikes another aircraft at a DC airport
By OLIVIA DIAZ Updated 4:04 PM PDT, April 10, 2025 The wing tip of an American Airlines plane struck another plane from the same airline on a taxiway of the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday, authorities said. No injuries were reported. The wing tip of an aircraft heading to Charleston, South Carolina, struck a -
Reagan National Airport concourse
Silhouetted travelers walk across a reflective terminal floor past empty seating areas. A sign directing passengers to 'Ticketing / Check-In — American' is visible on the right side of the image, indicating an American Airlines terminal, likely Reagan National Airport based on the distinctive arched architectural style. -
Aircraft landing over Gravelly Point Park in Arlington, VA
A commercial jet on final approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport flies low over a public park where visitors relax on the grass. The Washington Monument is visible on the right side of the frame, confirming the location as the Washington D.C. area. -
2025-03-31
United Airlines Boeing 737 Flight Hit By Kite On Landing At Washington National Airport
A United Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft was reportedly hit by a kite upon landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The aircraft landed without further incident, and no injuries were reported. The incident details On March 29, 2025, the airline’s Boeing 737-700 aircraft, registered as N24736, operated flight UA 654 from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)