What is VNAP?
Voluntary Noise Abatement Procedures are set by the FAA and are the guidelines for departure and arrival patterns, altitudes and Quiet Hours (10:00 PM- 7:00 AM) to Palomar Airport. These are strictly voluntary and are not mandatory. The FAA will only site a pilot for safety issues (i.e. if the Air Traffic Control Tower gives orders based on safety and the pilot does not comply). If complaints are sent, the compliance officer will send a letter to the offending owner. To clarify procedures, go to http://www.loudairport.com/VNAP.pdf . This is a pamphlet provided to pilots to remind them of the proper procedures. It is strictly voluntary. Pilots can fly wherever and whenever they choose and do. Many follow the guidelines; many do not, mostly based on economic decisions. There are flights that fly, mostly by helicopter, to save lives, often during the night. These helicopter flights are to fly over main arteries such as Palomar Airport Rd and El Camino Real. These should be supported and a
