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Regional Collaboration Launches Aircraft Noise Survey: Residents South of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Invited to Provide Feedback

If you live in Accokeek or Fort Washington and are concerned about the 400 airplanes that travel over our communities daily, this contract should interest you.  - SMFSC

The South of the Airport air-noise study with recommended design solutions has started.  Additional information about the design project is also available at: https://www.vianair.com/soa/

While it will take several months to complete a design plan, the goal is to present the FAA with an actionable plan to reduce noise associated with flights into and out of DCA.

BREAKING: News - Press Release: May 17, 2024, Prince George's County, Fairfax County, and the City of Alexandria

For more information, contact:
Britt Garner, Public Information Officer
Department of the Environment
Bgarner@co.pg.md.us; (301) 883-5985


Largo, MD –Prince George's County, Fairfax County, and the City of Alexandria, in partnership with Vianair, have undertaken a significant noise mitigation study focusing on communities south of DCA and along the Potomac River.
The South of Airport Noise Mitigation Study will inform and engage the public and stakeholders about the ongoing efforts to mitigate aircraft noise impacts in communities south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Over the years, increases and other changes in annual operations at DCA have escalated noise impacts in surrounding communities. The collaborative project recognizes DCA's critical role as a regional transportation hub and balances the airport's operational needs with the community's well-being.
Residents are encouraged to submit completed survey responses at forms.office.com/r/7JDAej2Lid. The survey will remain open for two weeks following final community workshop meetings which are tentatively planned to start as soon as June 17. More information will follow regarding meeting dates.

Central to the South of Airport Noise Mitigation project is an unwavering focus on community involvement. "Our approach is one of collaboration and transparency," stated Dawn Hawkins-Nixon, Associate Director of the Sustainability Division for the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment. "We are dedicated to not only exploring technical solutions but also ensuring they resonate with the needs and concerns of our residents."
Building on the success of a similar effort north of DCA, the contracted consulting firm Vianair will explore and recommend changes to flight procedures and airspace management to mitigate noise impacts. Through a concerted effort involving local governments, Vianair Consulting, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and community representatives, this project underscores a shared commitment to finding sustainable solutions.
With the survey phase underway, the Vianair project team will host public meetings during the survey period. Findings and additional community feedback in each impacted jurisdiction are welcomed before, during, and up to 2-weeks after the last community kick-off meeting. These sessions will be crucial in shaping recommendations and ensuring they align with the community's expectations.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed and involved by participating in community engagement activities, reading about noise information at mypgc.us/aircraftnoise, and visiting the project website for updates and details on upcoming community meetings at www.vianair.com/soa.

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