Noise Abatement Procedure Review
Noise Abatement Procedures (NAPs) are the best way to help minimise the noise created by aircraft operations. In June 2025, the Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO)
January 28, 2026
Noise Abatement Procedures (NAPs) are the best way to help minimise the noise created by aircraft operations. In June 2025, the Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO)
An Instrument Landing System (ILS), which concentrates landing aircraft in a narrow path, was introduced at Gold Coast airport to facilitate easier landings in poor
As part of its post implementation review (PIR) of flight paths associated with Hobart Airport, Airservices Australia (Airservices) continues to engage with communities affected by
Complaints to the ANO tend to increase when new flight paths are implemented or community engagement is occurring. The first half of this year followed
Previous annual reports have noted the historical deficits of Airservices in the engagement of the community in the design and implementation of flight paths. Flight
Last year’s Annual Report noted the historical failure of Airservices to adequately engage with the impacted community prior to the implementation of new flight paths.
The Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO) received a total of 16,649 complaints during the quarter, an increase from 3,711 complaints in the previous quarter. This includes
The Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO) received a total of 3,711 complaints during the quarter, an increase from 3,080 complaints in the previous quarter. This includes
The Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO) received a total of 3,080 complaints during the quarter, an increase from 2,551 complaints in the previous quarter. This includes