A proposed rule intended to curb noise by requiring helicopters to use specific routes when operating along the north shore of Long Island has met with broad disapproval from industry groups and pilots. The rule was published in the May 26 Federal Register and sought comment prior to June 25. It got them in the form of 910 public submissions. The FAA says the rule's intent is to "maximize utilization of the existing route flown by helicopter traffic along the north shore of Long Island and reduce the noise impact on nearby communities." Comments from NBAA called the rule "unsafe, unwise and unnecessary." HAI said the rule "has no merit, safety or airspace utilization enhancement, nor benefit for aircraft operators or the communities of Long Island, and is absent any technical, safety, and operational analysis." And the Eastern Region Helicopter Council (ERHC) urged the FAA to "withdraw its proposal entirely."
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.avweb.com/news/groups-reject-faa-rule-for-ny-helicopter-noise