NATS TCN AIRSPACE PROPOSALS
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Transcript of NATS TCN AIRSPACE PROPOSALS
NATS TCN AIRSPACE PROPOSALS
PRESENTATION TO
SAFFRON WALDEN TOWN COUNCIL AND LOCAL PARISHES
17 APRIL 2008
Contents
• Overview of TCN and changes proposed
• Impact on Saffron Walden area
• Noise disturbance
• How to respond to consultation
• Questions and answers
Overview of TCN and Changes Proposed (1)
• TCN region over 12 million people across five counties
• Changes out to 2014
• Effects arrival routes, holds and departure routes
Overview of TCN and Changes Proposed (2)
• Heathrow, Stansted, Luton, London City, Northolt + smaller airports and military airfields
• Not all routes are being changed
• Excludes Stansted 2nd runway
• First phase of plans out to 2030 to align with ATWP
Impact onSaffron Walden Area
• New easterly departure route• New westerly hold between Newmarket
and Saffron Walden• Changed easterly and westerly arrivals
routes• Overflying less densely populated
areas
Noise Disturbance (1)
• Noise impact defined by number of people affected rather than amount of noise they are exposed to
• Routes moved to less densely populated areas
• Current tranquil areas will suffer from more noise
Noise Disturbance (2)
• Measured by Lmax levels• But aircraft numbers and duration
important factors• Aircraft noise has low frequency and
tonal characteristics which increase annoyance
• Low background noise environment
How to Respond to Consultation
• Online or by letter• Closing date 22 May 2008• We recommend letter + copy to your MP• Copy the CAA
Information on the proposed changes and guidance notes for response are
published by SSE