The Naples Airport Authority (NAA) introduced a new app to make it easier for disgruntled neighbors to file noise complaints.
Naples, ME; Naples, TX or Naples, FL…come on reporters add the simple State for all to be clear.
Don’t like aircraft noise? Here is a novel idea: Don’t build or move near an airport.
When Naples, ME (or TX) sees 100K+ movements per year, I’ll download the stupid app and file a noise complaint myself… 
With 99.79% of Americans being non-pilots, it’s frustrating that most noise and pollution complaints come from people who clearly don’t understand aviation’s realities. A handful of loud complainers and overblown media hype blow things out of proportion, stirring anti-aviation hysteria and demands to shut down airports. Enough is enough, U.S. aviation deserves fair solutions without bowing to exaggerated nonsense.
I have flown in and out of Naples. The rich heavy hitters live there, and we all know money talks.
If we’re not careful, get ready to lose another airport.
Massively bad idea to make it easier for the whiners. Now, if the complaint came with a guaranteed ban on the complainers getting any benefit from the airport, (anyone living at “your” address cannot fly into or out of the airport, no Amazon prime, no fedex overnight, nothing that goes to your address gets there via the airport).
Ya can’t have your cake and eat it too.
If that were the deal, then go ahead, complain your heart out.
Btw, no air ambulance either.
A change in American culture has been clearly visible to this expat who involuntarily left the USA ~ 10 years ago. The sheer amount of idiocy of whats going on everywhere we look (e-everything vs common sense - a long forgotten and probably deleted blog I wrote for avweb some years ago) has been mind boggling.
I started writing (some 14 years ago) about our public perception, our advocacy shortfalls and the collective stoic ignorance of the fact that the whole planet except us, had said goodbye to leaded fuels decades ago. Noise? Never been an issue, won’t ever be an issue! Mr. Baker! Avgas costs a dollar per gallon in the USA and it will never be much more expensive. We have no reason to change our engines!
Now there are noise apps. Whoops…
Dropping airplanes into residential buildings, killing and hurting innocent people along the way - I am pretty sure our Cali aviators will get to feel the consequences of this crash for years to come…
Gone are the times when one could leave a smoking crater in the ground, without everyone else facing the music for it.
I would counter that the 99.79% of Americans deserve an environment free of unnecessary noise and air pollution from a group of selfish rich people who are literally ruining other peoples lives. I know of many people who have moved or are moving out of once beloved homes solely because of aircraft noise that was not there when they moved in.
Thanks for sharing your perspective, EagleEye, and welcome to the community!
I’ve been in aviation for about 60 years, and trust me, I get it—aircraft noise isn’t exactly a lullaby. That’s why, after work, I steer clear of airports and wouldn’t dream of buying property near one. Why would I want my weekend barbecue interrupted by a jet engine serenade?
That said, aviation is more than just noise; it’s a lifeline for millions, connecting families, powering businesses, and even saving lives. The industry has also made big strides in reducing noise and emissions with new technology.
Airports and airways have been around for decades, and many neighborhoods sprang up knowing aviation was part of the deal. Instead of throwing the whole industry under the bus (or plane), let’s aim for practical solutions that address concerns without grounding a vital part of our society.
I know of many people who have moved or are moving out of once beloved homes solely because of aircraft noise that was not there when they moved in.
What happened? Where did those airplanes come from? Did someone actually sneak airports into their neighborhoods?
Probably sensible to state which type of aircraft on what kind of airport is causing the urge to move. Is it the “rich people with their expensive toys”, or maybe business owners who maintain some level of efficiency by travelling on their own business aircraft, or regional jets flown by overly tired and underpaid pilots and handlers (those people allow the average passive aggessive cheapskate to visit aunt Nancy for less than $99.99) or is it a bunch of military pilots trying to keep their skills sharp for impending doomsday?
Years ago it was proven that noise perception is highly subjective and based on bias. It can be observed in all levels of society that noise coming from a source unknown (or disliked) is perceived as more disturbing, than for example the sound of juniors motorcycle or extra loud muffler. In other words, if you like and respect the person causing the noise, that noise seems to have less impact on your QOL.
From my limited 35 years of experience, local GA pilots are open and mindful of the noise they are causing and will sit and try to figure out ways to reduce their noise footprint.
Edit to add: I live near a GA airport with primarily Sunday Top Guns attempting to prove that traffic patterns and coordinated turns are a thing of the past. Sometimes I’ll call the airport and ask if the volume on D-EXYZ could be turned down. Usually we then laugh and the pattern becomes part of the algorythm again. For a while. So - communication is key.
However, we appear to be living in times where political choices can cause emotional damage bad enough to make people move. I suppose pilots in such neighborhoods would have little chance to be accepted unless they voluntarily ceased to exist…
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