Chelsea is in the flight path of Boston Logan International Airport (about 1 mile west). Aircraft noise is governed by federal FAA regulations and Massport; the city has no local authority over aircraft flight paths or engine noise.
Chelsea is specifically listed within Massport's Logan Airport noise planning area and is fully included in the noise impact zone. Massport's Residential Sound Insulation Program provides free soundproofing for homes within the FAA-approved 65 dB DNL noise exposure contour. Eligibility varies as noise contours are updated periodically. Chelsea residents can report aircraft noise to Massport's 24-hour hotline at 617-561-3333. Noise abatement flight procedures include overwater routes designed to reduce impact on neighboring communities.
Massport enforces noise abatement rules on airlines. Individual aircraft noise complaints are tracked but flights are not fined. Eligible homes may receive free sound insulation.
Chelsea, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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