Mayor Möller announces a detailed analysis of noise pollution during the trial operation
Weiterstadt. The revised departure route "AMTIX shortly to Cindy S" as part of a trial operation . The adjustment primarily affects the districts of Gräfenhausen and Schneppenhausen , in whose immediate vicinity aircraft now follow a new trajectory after taking off from the western runway .
Mayor Ralf Möller , who is also a member of the board of the flight noise commission , has now issued an official statement on the situation. "Our task is to keep the burden on Weiterstadt as low as possible – in accordance with a fair assessment of all affected municipalities along the route," said Möller.
Aircraft noise pollution despite greater distance?
Initial feedback from southern Gräfenhausen indicates that the new route, despite the greater distance between the aircraft and the surrounding area, is perceived as noisier in some quarters. According to Möller, one possible cause is the altered angle of the aircraft's flight path after takeoff. "We are taking this phenomenon very seriously," he emphasizes.
Although, according to German Air Traffic Control, more than 97 percent of flights detailed evaluation will therefore be conducted at the next meeting of the flight noise commission in September .
Noise measurements as a basis for decisions
To gather reliable data, the existing aircraft noise monitoring station between Gräfenhausen and Schneppenhausen used. The trial operation and the evaluation of the measurements will take some time. For Weiterstadt, a calculated noise reduction of less than half a decibel predicted beforehand – a small but measurable improvement.
Möller announces that he will critically examine the measured values: "If it turns out that the burden is higher than assumed, I will demand a renewed examination of alternatives – including the relocation of the curve further into the uninhabited area."
Compromise between Weiterstadt and Erzhausen
The now-chosen option had previously been considered second-best choice for Weiterstadt significantly higher burden for Erzhausen . "We have to keep the big picture in mind," said Möller. Nevertheless, one thing is clear: "The people in the area must experience noticeable relief."
Dialogue with the public therefore remains a central concern for the city. "We take the feedback – whether positive or critical – very seriously and are committed to a fair solution for all districts," the mayor concluded.
(WEITERSTADT – RED/PSW)
