Noise Rules Summary
Noise Abatement
The complete Noise Abatement Rules (PDF) were reaffirmed and clarified on March 28, 2017, however, for quick reference select noise rules are summarized as follows
Procedures: Rule 3
General aviation jet aircraft are to use the National Business Aircraft Association’s noise abatement procedures.
Prohibited Activities: Rule 8
Between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. local time, the following activities are prohibited:
- Intersection takeoffs
- Maintenance run-ups
- Flight training operations
- Practice approaches
- Touch and go landings
The fine for a first-time violation is $1,427 and subsequent violations are each fined $2,073.
Nighttime Curfew: Rule 9
Aircraft originally certified as Stage 3 or quieter are permitted to fly 24 hours per day. Aircraft not originally certified as Stage 3 are not permitted to operate between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. unless they can demonstrate compliance with these Rules as written (see Rule 9.6a).
The chart below is a list of maximum take-off weights and required procedures that have been demonstrated for certain aircraft not originally certified as Stage 3 or quieter in order for them it to meet these nighttime noise restrictions.
| Aircraft | Procedure & Weight Restriction |
|---|---|
| Gulfstream 2 with Stage 3 Kit | Manufacturer’s “Quiet Flying Procedures” & Gross weight of 47,000 lbs. is not exceeded |
| Gulfstream 2B & Gulfstream 3 with Stage 3 Kit | Manufacturer’s “Quiet Flying Procedures” & Gross weight of 55,000 lbs. is not exceeded |
These rules are not intended to interfere with the rights or responsibilities of the pilot-in-command concerning safety of flight.
Violations of these provisions carry with them monetary sanctions in amounts of up to $4,149 per violation. Questions should be addressed to the Noise Management Office at 818.840.8840 or to the Airport Operations Office at 818.840.8830.
Voluntary Nighttime Curfew
The Authority has a long-standing voluntary curfew on scheduled arrivals and departures of passenger airline operations between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6:59 a.m. During those hours, airlines are strongly encouraged not to schedule any arrivals or departures.