Thousands of Brisbane residents to notice less aircraft noise as flight path changes revealed
Airservices Australia has announced new flight paths for Brisbane Airport to reduce noise pollution for approximately 140,000 residents. The changes follow a review process initiated after the opening of a second runway in 2020, though some areas like Bulimba will remain unaffected.
Why it matters
This addresses long-standing community concerns regarding noise pollution and urban planning in a major metropolitan area.
Airservices Australia has announced new flight paths for Brisbane following a review process. ( Supplied: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade )
Major changes to flight paths at Brisbane Airport have been announced, meaning 140,000 residents will notice less planes flying overhead.
Airservices Australia released the next stage of the noise action plan following community consultation and an investigation into the impacts of aircraft noise.
The changes to the flight paths at Brisbane airport are here to stay, even in the lead up to the 2032 Olympic Games.
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People living in areas such as Redcliffe, southern Moreton Bay, Bribie Island and Logan are set to benefit the most, however there will be no change to the flight path over Bulimba.
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