Ventura Airport (OXR) is located in adjacent Oxnard but overflies parts of Ventura. FAA governs flight paths. The city has no local aircraft noise ordinance but the Thomas Fire Recovery and coastal context add other environmental concerns.
Ventura does not have a commercial airport within city limits. The nearest airport is Oxnard Airport (OXR), about 5 miles south. Naval Base Ventura County (Point Mugu and Port Hueneme) generates military aircraft noise periodically. FAA preempts all local regulation of aircraft noise and flight paths. Channel Islands National Park helicopter tours may fly over western Ventura. Residents can file noise complaints with the relevant airport authority or the FAA.
Local governments cannot regulate aircraft noise — FAA jurisdiction exclusively. No city fines or penalties for aircraft noise. Military flight complaints go through Naval Base Ventura County's community liaison office.
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