Now that the third runway is open, can the surrounding communities expect the Port to implement additional noise mitigation projects?
In the last Part 150 Noise Study Update, which was completed in 2002, the Port projected what the noise impacts would be once the third runway opened and then implemented a comprehensive noise mitigation program that included extensive insulation and acquisition projects in preparation for the runway’s opening. The Port of Seattle and the FAA, with active community involvement, will begin the next Part 150 by the end of 2009. In preparation, the Port has already begun collecting noise and flight track data. The purpose of the Part 150 is to review all of the airport’s existing noise programs and analyze noise impacts connected with aircraft operations. If the study identifies noise that wasn’t captured in the previous projections, then it’s possible the Port Commission will determine whether to include more noise mitigation for those affected. See the Third Runway page for additional information.
