What does Preamble of Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act do?

This bill directs the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a study. The study concerns the operation of helicopters within a 20-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty National Monument. The bill includes provisions for 'other purposes,' which are not detailed in this section.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act do?

This Act is formally titled the Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act.

What does STUDY ON HELICOPTER OPERATIONS. of Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act do?

This section directs the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a study on helicopter operations within a 20-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty National Monument. The study must analyze the effect of helicopter noise on residential and recreational areas, considering factors like traffic volume, noise levels, safety, health, environmental, and economic issues. The study will also examine whether helicopters adhere to voluntary agreements, such as the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Governors Island National Monument Voluntary Agreement. The study must analyze the necessity of helicopter traffic and its contribution to airspace congestion, including the potential impact of advanced air mobility technologies. The study is required to assess the quality of life for residents impacted by helicopter noise and explore potential solutions to reduce or eliminate this noise. Potential solutions to be analyzed include diverting helicopters, creating new flight paths, banning nonessential helicopters, and establishing altitude limits. The Administrator must submit a report on the study's findings to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

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Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act

Last updated: 8/27/2025 · Introduced: 8/26/2025

Author: Robert Menendez (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates a study by the Federal Aviation Administration to analyze the impact of helicopter noise on communities within 20 miles of the Statue of Liberty National Monument.
The study will evaluate potential solutions to reduce helicopter noise, such as flight path adjustments, altitude restrictions, and limitations on non-essential flights.
The Federal Aviation Administration must submit a report detailing the study's findings and recommendations to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

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