HR 5205
Aircraft Noise Reduction Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Aircraft Noise Reduction Act, gives owners and operators of general aviation airports the authority to implement measures to reduce aircraft noise. It allows these airports to work with the Federal Aviation Administration to adjust flight patterns and training for noncommercial charter flights, considering community input. The bill also ensures that federal funding isn't withheld from airports due to these noise reduction efforts and allows for temporary restrictions during emergencies.
Key provisions
- Allows general aviation airports to request adjustments to air traffic and training patterns for noncommercial charter flights.
- Requires the FAA to consult with airport owners/operators on noise reduction strategies.
- Mandates consideration of community input when implementing accommodations.
- Protects federal funding for airports implementing noise reduction measures.
- Defines ‘general aviation airport’ as a noncertified airport under Part 139 of Title 14 CFR.
Who is affected
- Owners and operators of general aviation airports
- Noncommercial charter flight operators
- Residents living near general aviation airports
- The Federal Aviation Administration
- General aviation industry
Notable changes
- Provides airports with greater authority to manage aircraft noise.
- Formalizes the process for airports to collaborate with the FAA on noise reduction.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 5205
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize owners or operators of general aviation airports to impose certain restrictions relating to aircraft noise, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Aircraft Noise Reduction Act
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In implementing reasonable accommodations under subsection (a), an owner or operator of a general aviation airport and the Administrator shall take into account input received from individuals or entities in communities surrounding the airport.
No Federal funds, including a grant under this chapter, may be withheld from, withdrawn from, or denied to a general aviation airport based solely on an activity carried out by an owner or operator of such airport under this section.
The Administrator may reject or temporarily restrict an accommodation under subsection (a), as necessary, in the case of an emergency.
In this section, the term general aviation airport
means a noncertified airport covered by part 139 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations.
The analysis for subchapter II of chapter 475 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: