Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) is governed by FAA Part 150 noise compatibility planning. Wayne County Airport Authority operates a noise abatement program but local ordinances cannot regulate flight operations.
Wayne County hosts Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), one of the busiest airports in the United States. Aircraft noise is federally preempted under FAR Part 91 and airport operations fall under FAA Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program. The Wayne County Airport Authority publishes a Part 150 study identifying the 65 DNL noise contour and offers sound insulation programs for qualifying homes in Romulus, Taylor, and parts of Westland. Cities cannot enact ordinances that restrict flight paths or hours, but they can regulate airport-adjacent land use including building soundproofing standards. Detroit City Airport (Coleman Young) also operates general aviation flights. Residents bothered by low-flying aircraft or nighttime cargo operations should file complaints with the Airport Authority noise office rather than local police.
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