Carlsbad is served by McClellan–Palomar Airport (CLD). Aircraft noise is governed by FAA regulations and the airport's Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program, not city ordinance.
Carlsbad is home to McClellan–Palomar Airport, a San Diego County-operated general aviation and commercial service airport. Aircraft noise in and around Carlsbad is subject to FAA regulations and the airport's FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program. The city has no separate aircraft noise ordinance — authority over airspace and aircraft operations rests exclusively with the FAA. Residents near the airport or flight paths may experience significant noise. The San Diego County Airports division manages noise complaints related to Palomar Airport.
No local violations — aircraft noise is a federal regulatory matter under FAA jurisdiction.
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