Noise and Flight Paths
Aircraft Noise and Flight Paths
Noise and Operations Management System Update
We are excited to announce that the City of Phoenix Aviation Department switched providers for our airport Noise and Operations Management System (NOMS) on Aug. 1, 2023. This upgrade will introduce a range of new and enhanced features, ensuring an improved experience for our valued community members and customers when submitting aircraft noise complaints and inquiries. The upgraded system will offer a user-friendly interface, streamlined navigation, and access to comprehensive noise data, empowering you with greater insights into aircraft operations in your area. Please continue visiting our website to find the new methods for submitting complaints and to familiarize yourself with the enhanced system. We remain committed to open communication and responsiveness to your concerns. For any inquiries or assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our dedicated Airspace and Noise team.
The City of Phoenix Aviation Department operates the Phoenix Airport System, which consists of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), Deer Valley Airport (DVT), and Goodyear Airport (GYR). The Department serves as the primary liaison between the community, airlines, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding aircraft overflight activity and noise concerns. While the authority to control aircraft in flight and on the ground lies exclusively with the FAA, the airlines control the number of flights and flight schedules.
The Department collects aircraft noise and flight operations data to analyze, advise and assist the community with up-to-date information. Additionally, the Department manages noise concerns received from residents through a variety of services, including the noise hotline, PlaneNoise smartphone app, Casper flight tracker, and the Department’s website complaint form.
The following links provide additional information and a variety of community resources.
Interested in Receiving Flight Path Updates?
Email skyharbor@phoenix.gov and request to be notified with new updates.
FAA Flight Path Study - 2022
The FAA launched a study of potential changes to arrival and departure flight paths serving PHX.
Updates/Reports
View monthly and annual aircraft noise monitoring and flight operations data.
Flight Tracking
Track flight information and submit a noise concern through the flight tracking system Casper.
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Tempe Flight Paths
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