Aircraft noise around Oakland International Airport is regulated under FAA Part 150 and preempts local control. Alameda County participates in the Port of Oakland noise abatement program and land-use compatibility planning under the Airport Land Use Commission.
Federal law (49 USC 40103, FAR Part 91, Part 150) vests airspace and aircraft operations authority with the FAA, so Alameda County cannot directly regulate flight paths, altitudes, or overflight times. Oakland International Airport (OAK), operated by the Port of Oakland, maintains an FAA-approved Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program including preferential runway use, nighttime power reductions, and a noise monitoring system. The Alameda County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) reviews local land use decisions for compatibility with the 65 CNEL contour around OAK and Livermore Municipal Airport. Complaints about specific flights are directed to the Port of Oakland Noise Office. Helicopter and low-flying aircraft complaints go to the FAA Flight Standards District Office.
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