Massachusetts Statewide Rule

Massachusetts Logan Airport Aircraft Noise Abatement Rules

Significant RestrictionsApplies statewide across Massachusetts (2026)

Key Facts

Regulation: 740 CMR 24.00
Enforcer: Massachusetts Port Authority
New-aircraft penalty: $2,000 per operation
Late-night limit: 5 dB above ambient
Run-up ban: Midnight to 7:00 a.m.

Last verified: July 31, 2026

Summary

Massachusetts regulates aircraft noise statewide through 740 CMR 24.00, the Logan Airport Noise Abatement rule enforced by the Massachusetts Port Authority. It bars new, noisier aircraft types, restricts late-night ground noise, and fines violators.

No new aircraft of a type not presently operating at Logan International Airport on a scheduled basis (such as the Concorde SST and the TU-144) shall use said Airport, except in an in-flight emergency, unless it meets noise standards set forth in FAR Part 36, with appendices (14 CFR). ... The penalty for violation of 740 CMR 24.02 shall be $2,000.00 per operation.

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Full Breakdown

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) administers 740 CMR 24.00 for Boston-Logan. Under 740 CMR 24.02, no new aircraft type not already operating at Logan on a scheduled basis may use the airport, except in an in-flight emergency, unless it meets FAR Part 36 noise standards. Between midnight and 6:00 a.m. the Executive Director may prohibit any engine or power unit generating noise exceeding 5 dB above ambient at community noise monitors, and engine run-ups are barred from midnight to 7:00 a.m. General aircraft flight operations preempted by the FAA remain outside state and local noise limits.

Violations & Penalties

Violating the 740 CMR 24.02 new-aircraft noise standard carries a $2,000.00 penalty per operation. Other 740 CMR 24.00 breaches draw graduated fines of $50 to $500, higher for repeat offenses within twelve months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Massachusetts regulate aircraft noise itself?

Yes. Massport enforces 740 CMR 24.00 at Logan, restricting new aircraft types, late-night engine noise, and run-ups. But FAA-preempted in-flight operations stay outside state noise rules.

What is the penalty for a banned aircraft at Logan?

Operating a new aircraft type that fails FAR Part 36 noise standards violates 740 CMR 24.02 and carries a $2,000.00 penalty per operation.

Are nighttime engine run-ups allowed at Logan?

No. Engine run-ups, except reciprocating-engine run-ups in pre-takeoff procedures, are prohibited between midnight and 7:00 a.m. under 740 CMR 24.00.

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