New research will improve communication between airport operators and surrounding communities.
Arup is funding a PhD with the Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) Centre for Aviation Transport and the Environment (CATE).
The aim of this research is to investigate ways in which the dialogue between airports and their neighbouring communities, relating to aircraft noise, can be improved and so support sustainable development.
Aircraft noise is one of the most significant local environmental issues associated with aviation and has given rise to operational constraints and noise limits at airports across the world. As a result considerable sums are being invested by the aviation industry to control or mitigate its effects.
The study will focus on both academic and commercial needs and will deliver a better understanding of noise related issues for stakeholders and affected communities. One of the key outputs is anticipated to be a noise illustration and communication toolkit.