Aircraft noise in Fontana is federally regulated by the FAA, and the City has no local ordinance on overflights. Residents mainly hear approaches and departures tied to San Bernardino International Airport, Ontario International Airport, and the Chino and Rialto general-aviation fields.
Flight operations over Fontana are governed by Federal Aviation Administration rules, and local governments are preempted from regulating aircraft noise in the air. Fontana sits between San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) to the east, which has grown its cargo and Amazon Air operations, and Ontario International Airport (ONT) to the southwest, a major FedEx and passenger hub. Chino Airport and Rialto Municipal Airport add general aviation traffic. The result is steady overflights, especially during Santa Ana wind events when traffic flows reverse. Residents with noise concerns should file complaints directly with each airport operator so they show up in the FAA Part 150 noise-compatibility record, because a Fontana Code Enforcement officer cannot cite an aircraft. The City does coordinate with SCAG and regional partners on land-use planning near airport influence areas, which affects new residential construction disclosures. Ground noise from aircraft engine runs at an airport ramp can be a local issue if it exits airport property.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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