Folsom is not directly under a major approach path but experiences general aviation traffic from Mather Airport (5 miles southwest) and overflights from Sacramento Executive. Aircraft noise is federally preempted under 49 USC §40103 — cities cannot regulate airspace operations.
Mather Airport (KMHR), a former Air Force base now operated by Sacramento County, sits approximately 5 miles southwest of Folsom and primarily handles cargo and general aviation. Overflight noise from cargo operations (FedEx, UPS) occasionally reaches western and southern Folsom neighborhoods. Under the Airline Deregulation Act and 49 USC §40103, the FAA has exclusive jurisdiction over navigable airspace — local noise ordinances cannot restrict aircraft routes, altitudes, or hours. Residents with complaints should use the Sacramento County Airport System noise hotline (916-874-0480) which logs incidents for FAR Part 150 noise compatibility planning. The Folsom General Plan Noise Element acknowledges Mather as a noise source but imposes no operational restrictions.
City cannot cite for aircraft noise. Federal preemption under 49 USC §40103.
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