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The Portland International Airport (PDX) Noise Compatibility Study (Part 150 Study) is part of the Port of Portland's ongoing effort to reduce aircraft noise impacts while operating a vital international airport and regional asset in a growing metropolitan community.
The goal of the study was to evaluate and recommend measures that will aid in reducing aircraft noise impacts to residential communities and other noise-sensitive areas. These measures must be safe, realistic and legal in order to gain FAA approval. The Port had tremendous participation in this effort by airport stakeholders—including the airlines and pilots—business and environmental groups, as well as surrounding community members when the Noise Compatibility Program was in developmental stages.
Current Status
The Port of Portland Commission approved the Part 150 Study recommendations on August 10th, 2005. The study was then submitted to the FAA for review. In December, 2007, the FAA issued a notice—which was posted in local newspapers—giving the general public 60 days for comments. The comment period ended on February 15, 2007 and the FAA now has 180 days to reach a decision on the PDX Noise Compatibility Program. In the interim, the Noise Office will lay the foundation for implementation of the recommendations from the Study. It should be noted that some operational recommendations may require a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) prior to implementation.
The Port appreciates the involvement by the community in this important livability issue. We are committed to ongoing engagement of all airport stakeholders in an effort to manage the noise generated by aircraft utilizing the Portland International Airport.
Update – June 2007
The FAA has completed their review of the Part 150 Update. The Port has received the Record of Approval dated June 7, 2007. The Noise Management Department will now begin development of an implementation plan for approved recommendations.
For more information about the PDX Part 150 Study, aircraft noise impacts or flight operations, please contact the Noise Management Department at 503.460.4100 or 800.938.6647.
The PDX Part 150 Study documents can also be requested on a CD or are available for review at the following locations:
Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland OR 97205, Government Documents, 2nd Floor
Concordia University Library, 2811 NE Holman St, Portland OR 97211, Reserve Section
Cascade Park Community Library, 301 SE Hearthwood Blvd, Vancouver WA 98684, Reference Section
Vancouver Community Library, 1007 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver WA, 98664, Reference Section
Hillsboro Public Library at Tanasbourne, 2453 NW 185th Ave, Hillsboro OR 97124, Reference Section
Hillsboro Public Library at Shute Park, 775 SE 10th Ave, Hillsboro OR 97123, Reference Section
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