The Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD) is committed to minimizing current and potential noise impacts from operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). The BCAD's noise compatibility efforts include:
Early Action Voluntary Residential Sound Insulation Pilot Program
The Early Action Voluntary Residential Sound Insulation Pilot Program offers sound insulation to 50 residential units in close proximity to the airport. For more information, go to the FLLSoundInsulation web site or view a PowerPoint presentation.
Pilot Program Field Office
200 East Dania Beach Boulevard, Suite 103
Dania Beach, FL, 33004
Contact Information
Ms. Diane Carter
Local Phone: 954-924-2224
Toll Free: 877-924-2224
Fax: 954-924-2527
Email: dcarter@FLLSoundInsulation.com
Office Hours
Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Proposed Draft Noise Mitigation Plan
On April 27, 2010, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners directed the Aviation Department to forward The Proposed Draft Noise Mitigation Plan to the City of Dania Beach for Dania Beach for their review and comment, allowing for a 45 day comment period.
From the Office of the Secretary of Transportation, you can read the Part 24--Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition for Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.
Proposed Draft Noise Mitigation Plan (PDF)
Proposed Draft Noise Mitigation Plan Presentation (PDF)
Read the Memo to the County Commissioners (PDF) to answer their questions during individual briefings regarding the Proposed Draft Noise Mitigation Plan.
Quieter Skies Report
The Partnership of Quieter Skies Report provides an overview of the progress to reduce the noise impacts of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
2011 Editions
First Quarter (PDF)
Second Quarter (PDF)
Third Quarter (PDF)
2010 Editions
First Quarter (PDF)
Second Quarter (PDF)
Third Quarter (PDF)
Fourth Quarter (PDF)
2009 Editions
First Quarter (PDF)
Second Quarter (PDF)
Third Quarter (PDF)
Fourth Quarter (PDF)
2008 Editions
First Quarter (PDF)
Second Quarter (PDF)
Third Quarter (PDF)
Fourth Quarter (PDF)
2007 Editions
First Quarter (PDF)
Second Quarter (PDF)
Third Quarter (PDF)
Fourth Quarter (PDF)
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Filing a Noise Inquiry
To file a formal noise inquiry, choose one of the following options:
- By E-mail: Complete the keyboard enterable Noise Inquiry Form then select the Submit button. You can also download, complete, and save the Adobe Acrobat* (PDF) or MS Word** form. Then return the completed form to us as an attachment to an e-mail.
- By Fax: Fax the completed form to the Broward County Aviation Department at 954-359-1335
- By Mail, mail the completed form to:
Broward County Aviation Department Office of Noise Information 100 Aviation Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
* Standard version of Adobe Acrobat or above required (the free, downloadable Adobe Acrobat Reader is not sufficient to save the file).** Microsoft Word required.
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FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study
Noise Mitigation Principles Submitted to FAA
On November 6, 2007, the Broward County Commissioners unanimously voted to authorize Kent George, Director of the Aviation Department, to submit to the FAA proposed Noise Mitigation Principles. Before the deliberation and vote, the Commissioners heard the comments from 12 individuals.The FAA will consider these principles for inclusion in the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and the Record of Decision (ROD) in the extension of the preferred runway alternative at FLL.These broad proposed Noise Mitigation Principles include:
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Apply the long-term/ultimate unrestrained contour
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Establish mitigation areas based on neighborhoods
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Voluntary acquisition of mobile home parks in the +65 DNL
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Sound proofing and easement
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Purchase assurance/sales guarantee
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Voluntary acquisition of residentially zoned vacant parcels
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Provide noise mitigation in excess of minimum federal guidelines
The FAA may choose to incorporate some or all of these principles in the FEIS and ROD. Once the FAA issues their final document, the Aviation Department will later provide a Noise Compatibility Program to the Board for consideration. There will be a public hearing in the future for the Noise Compatibility Program that will ultimately outline Broward County's Mitigation and Abatement Policy.
March 2007 Part 150 Noise Study Presentation
View the presentation to the Board of County Commissioners from their March 6 Workshop (PDF).
Noise Compatibility Study
The FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study (PDF) of the Federal Aviation Regulation was established under the Federal Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979. A Noise Compatibility Study includes the development of a Noise Exposure Map and a Noise Compatibility Program. It involves analyzing existing and future noise exposure, identifying appropriate uses for land surrounding the Airport, and recommending noise mitigation programs to benefit surrounding communities.
The BCAD completed Noise Compatibility Studies for the Airport in 1987 and 1994. Leigh Fisher Associates (LFA) were selected in June, 2005 as the consultant to prepare a new Noise Compatibility Study. This new study is underway and public meetings will be scheduled to receive community input.
Meetings Discussed Noise Study Consultants from Leigh Fisher Associates discussed the Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study and obtained input and feedback from the officials of Dania Beach, Davie, and Hollywood, members of the Airport Advisory Board of Fort Lauderdale, and residents. The meetings were scheduled as follows:
- Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at 7 p.m., City of Dania Beach Commission Chambers, 100 West Dania Beach Blvd.
- Monday, May 15, 2006 at 7 p.m. Town of Davie Meeting Room, 6591 Orange Drive.
- Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 1 p.m. City of Hollywood Commission Chambers, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.
- Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 7 p.m., Town of Davie Council Chambers, 6591 Orange Drive
- Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 1:30 p.m., Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport Advisory Board, FXE Airport Conference Room, 6000 Northwest 21 st Ave.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) considers the input from jurisdictions critical to the development and assessment of potential recommendations. The meetings with these local governments provided an opportunity to involve city officials, board members, and the public.
The initial tasks of this Part 150 Study call for the consultant team to assist Broward County (1) identify mitigation elements that will be provided to the FAA’s Environmental Impact Statement for areas eligible for mitigation under Federal guidelines that are impacted by the proposed south runway extension; and (2) develop more general airport noise mitigation policies to guide additional County-sponsored mitigation.
To receive notices about future meetings, provide your name and address to the Community Outreach Office or call 954-359-6978.
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Airport Noise Abatement Committee
BCAD established the Airport Noise Abatement Committee (ANAC) in 1992. This is an ongoing, cooperative public forum where the aviation community and public can meet to discuss aircraft noise impacts in neighborhoods around FLL, and monitor noise-related trends. ANAC also formulates recommendations for the BCAD Aviation Director resulting in increased effectiveness of FLL noise compatibility programs. All interested parties are encouraged to participate in these meetings.
December 15, 2011 Meeting Information
Review the Meeting Minutes (PFD) from September 12, 2011 and the December Meeting Information (PDF).
Review the Airport Reports.
Read the Loud Events Report Notes and Definitions (PDF).
North Runway will close for rubber removal from December 12 -19.
View the presentation on What’s Next in Aircraft Certification under 14 C.F.R. Part 36? (PDF)
View the ADA presentation on What’s Next in Aircraft Certification under 14 C.F.R. Part 36? (PDF)
Loud Events Site 1 (PDF) 3640 Southwest 55th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 2 (PDF) 4548 Southwest 37th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 3 (PDF) 4609 Southwest 28th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 4 (PDF) 805-B Northwest 13th Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 5 (PDF) 325 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 6 (PDF) 1021 Southwest 32nd Court, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 7 (PDF) 1750 Southwest 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 8 (PDF) 3411 Southwest 27th Street, Fort lauderdale
Loud Events Site 9 (PDF) 3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 10 (PDF) 2343 Southwest 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 11 (PDF) 6503 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood (John U Lloyd State Park)
September 12, 2011 ANAC Meeting Information
Review the Meeting Minutes (PFD) from June 13, 2011 and the Meeting Information (PDF) including the agenda for the September 12 Meeting.
Review the Airport Reports.
Read the Loud Events Report Notes and Definitions (PDF).
Loud Events Site 1 (PDF) 3640 Southwest 55th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 2 (PDF) 4548 Southwest 37th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 3 (PDF) 4609 Southwest 28th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 4 (PDF) 805-B Northwest 13th Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 5 (PDF) 325 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 6 (PDF) 1021 Southwest 32nd Court, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 7 (PDF) 1750 Southwest 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 8 (PDF) 3411 Southwest 27th Street, Fort lauderdale
Loud Events Site 9 (PDF) 3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 10 (PDF) 2343 Southwest 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 11 (PDF) 6503 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood (John U Lloyd State Park)
June 13, 2011 ANAC Meeting Information
Review the June 13, 2011 Meeting Information (PDF) including agenda.
Review the minutes (PDF) from the March 14, 2011 meeting.
Read the Loud Events Report Notes and Definitions (PDF).
Loud Events Site 1 (PDF) 3640 Southwest 55th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 2 (PDF) 4548 Southwest 37th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 3 (PDF) 4609 Southwest 28th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 4 (PDF) 805-B Northwest 13th Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 5 (PDF) 325 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 6 (PDF) 1021 Southwest 32nd Court, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 7 (PDF) 1750 Southwest 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 8 (PDF) 3411 Southwest 27th Street, Fort lauderdale
Loud Events Site 9 (PDF) 3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 10 (PDF) 2343 Southwest 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 11 (PDF) 6503 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood (John U Lloyd State Park)
View the presentation (PDF) on the Decibel Level Variation Related to Changes in Distance and Other Factors Affecting Propagation. View an ADA accessible version of the presentation (PDF).
March 14, 2011 ANAC Meeting Infomation
Agenda for the 3/14/2011 ANAC Meeting and Minutes from the 12/13/2010 Meeting (PDF)
Runway Closure (PDF) March 28th to April 4th
October to December 2010 Monthly Reports (PDF)
Loud Events Site 1 (PDF) 3640 Southwest 55th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 2 (PDF) 4548 Southwest 37th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 3 (PDF) 4609 Southwest 28th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 4 (PDF) 805-B Northwest 13th Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 5 (PDF) 325 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Dania Beach
Loud Events Site 6 (PDF) 1021 Southwest 32nd Court, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 7 (PDF) 1750 Southwest 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 8 (PDF) 3411 Southwest 27th Street, Fort lauderdale
Loud Events Site 9 (PDF) 3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie
Loud Events Site 10 (PDF) 2343 Southwest 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Loud Events Site 11 (PDF) 6503 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood FL 33019 (John U Lloyd State Park)
View the presentation on the Status of Major Noise-Related Elements of House and Senate Versions of 2011 FAA Reauthorization Act.
Review the previous minutes:
2010 Meeting Minutes
2009 Meetings Minutes
2008 Meetings Minutes
2007 Meetings Minutes
2006 Meetings Minutes
2005 Meetings Minutes
Noise Contour Development
Annual noise contours monitor the extent of noise exposure on a continuing basis. The ANAC reviews and interprets the contours. The contours are prepared in a manner consistent with Part 150 Noise Exposure Map requirements.
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View a Noise Contour Map of the following years:
Aircraft Noise and Operations Monitoring System (ANOMS)
FLL has a full-time Noise Officer on staff. This individual is responsible for:
- Operating and maintaining ANOMS.
- Assisting in the implementation of noise abatement measures.
- Talking with citizens who have questions or concerns regarding aircraft noise.
- Maintaining the latest information related to aircraft noise around FLL.
ANOMS consists of two basic elements: a radar system for the purpose of acquiring flight track information, and 10 permanent noise monitoring stations.
The ANOMS main server collects data from both the PASSUR (Passive Secondary Surveillance Radar) and the noise monitors. The integration of these two systems allows the Noise Officer to gather information on the flight of aircraft and the resultant noise levels in communities surrounding FLL.
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We use the radar data acquired from the PASSUR to
- Communicate a property's location relative to typical arrival and departure corridors
- Confirm that airplanes are adhering to our Noise Abatement Departure tracks
- Perform operational analyses. An operational analysis can provide information about the numbers, types, and altitudes of airplanes that fly over a specific property during a given time period.
How does FLL use the noise monitors? Unattended noise monitoring is imprecise. The monitors are not as sophisticated as our brains and our ears. Human beings are sensitive to tonal variations; our noise monitors are not. Human beings can look up and verify that what sounds like an airplane really is one. The monitors cannot do that.
The noise monitoring sites attempt to differentiate between aircraft and other noise sources by referencing programmed algorithm thresholds as noise events progress. Later on, ANOMS software compares tentatively identified aircraft noise events to radar data to see if aircraft were nearby when the event in question occurred.
The best current potential use of the noise-monitoring portion of the system is to confirm Integrated Noise Model (INM) input should what is monitored and what is generated by INM differ significantly. The monitors also let us look at the average noise levels of different types of aircraft.
Permanent Noise Monitors (PDF) are located at the following addresses:
- 3640 Southwest 55th Avenue, Davie
- 4548 Southwest 37th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
- 4609 Southwest 28th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
- 805-B Northwest 13th Avenue, Dania Beach
- 325 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Dania Beach
- 1021 Southwest 32nd Court, Fort Lauderdale
- 1750 Southwest 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
- 3411 Southwest 27th Street, Fort lauderdale
- 3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie
- 2343 Southwest 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
- 6503 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood FL 33019 (John U Lloyd State Park)
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Informal Runway Use Program
The Informal Runway Use Program is an approved runway use program which does not require a letter of understanding, and participation in the program is voluntary for aircraft operators/pilots. The program includes:
- Helicopter arrival and departure procedures
- Preferential runway use
- Operational safety criteria
View a description of the Informal Runway Use Program (PDF).
Noise Abatement Procedures
The BCAD offers a voluntary program of operational noise abatement measures for all turbojet aircraft operators/pilots (regardless of weight). More information on Noise Abatement Procedures (PDF).
Frequently Asked Noise Questions
The following Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) are answered:
- What is DNL?
- What is ANOMS?
- Which is Quieter - An Arrival or Departure?
- How Are Noise Levels Determined?
- What Are Noise Contours?
- Who Tells Airplanes Where To Go?
- Why Certain Airplanes Are Lower Than Others?
- How Are Runways Numbered?
- Why Can't the Noise Monitors Create a Noise Exposure Contour Map?
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Glossary of Aviation and Aircraft Noise Terms
The glossary contains 120 definitions (PDF) of common aviation and aircraft noise terms.
Idle Power and Full Power Engine Run-up Procedures
The BCAD established procedures for tenant airlines and ground handlers to perform aircraft idle power and full power engine runs for maintenance purposes such as fuel leak check, oil and hydraulic filters, replaced components, engine overhaul, etc.More information on Engine Run Restrictions (PDF).
Roles and Responsibilities
The Aviation Noise Abatement Policy of 1976 summarized the key responsibilities of various entities to control aircraft noise.
The FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the federal government agency that has the authority and responsibility: to reduce aircraft noise at the source, implement safe (and legal) noise abatement operational procedures which are recommended by the airport proprietor, and to
encourage compatible land development.
Airport Proprietors
They are primarily responsible for planning and implementing actions that manage the effects of aircraft noise within the airport's environs. Such actions include noise abatement ground procedures; land acquisition; acoustical treatments; other controls which do not discriminate, create an unsafe situation, impede the management of the air navigation system, or interfere with interstate or foreign commerce; and suggesting noise abatement operational procedures.
State/Local Governments and Planning Agencies
These agencies are responsible for compatible land development through zoning, promulgating and enforcing building codes that incorporate acoustically attenuating materials into edifices (especially residences), and disclosing the noise impacts to their citizens.
Air Carriers
These private companies are responsible for retiring, replacing, and retrofitting older jets (per FAA regulations) and for flying aircraft in ways to minimize noise impacts on surrounding communities.
Residents and Prospective Residents
In areas surrounding airports, they should strive to understand the noise problem and measures which can be taken to minimize the effect of noise.
Pilots
As the person in charge of operating the aircraft, the pilot has the ultimate responsibility. Although the airline sets the noise abatement departure profile, and the FAA assigns the flight track and altitude, the pilot still maintains the authority to make final judgments. Based on safety criteria, the pilot may alter these procedures. In general, it is up to the pilot to adhere to noise abatement procedures whether for departure or arrival.
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