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Takeoff rules could cut noise (LA Times)
The House of Representatives had a hearing last month on the development and use of these RNAV/RNP approaches.
Takeoff rules could cut noise
Barboza, Tony
Los Angeles Times
Aviation officials are adopting a new satellite-based departure procedure for
planes flying out of John Wayne Airport that could save fuel, cut emissions and reduce noise around Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach.
Under current rules, aircraft taking off from John Wayne can start turning
around right when they reach the shoreline, but starting next month, the new navigation system will direct planes to fly 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile out over the ocean before turning, said Federal Aviation Administration spokesman Ian Gregor.
John Wayne is the latest of more than 300 airports nationwide that the FAA
has switched over to satellite navigation systems designed for more consistent flight paths.
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