Think of an environmental issue not covered in the chapter reading. Define it, explain why it is an issue, and determine what you would do as a planner to avoid it from becoming a major issue.
The U.S. spends countless dollars on the Environmental Protection Agency and publishing a myriad of documents to regulate the environment. Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), corresponding FAA orders, and their relationship to airport planning and design is critical to an airport in order to avoid civil penalties. Is the amount of focus placed on the environment justified? Defend your answer.
As an airport planner, what procedures would you employ to ensure that your airport is “environmentally sound”?
Explain the physics and measurements of airport noise and how planners mitigate its effects on airport users.