Municipalities see new fraport plans critically-northwest departure route more stressed
The municipal working group Future Rhein-Main (KAGZRM) warns of a possible tightening of the aircraft noise pollution by the new operating concept of Fraport and German air traffic control (DFS). Apparently it is planned to process the air traffic more in the future via the northwest departure route-with far-reaching consequences for the affected municipalities.
In particular, Flörsheim, Hattersheim, Hochheim and parts of Mainz and Wiesbaden fear considerable additional noise pollution when implementing the plans. Already in the planning approval to the Landenbahn Northwest around 20 years ago, these municipalities had been assured that starts at Westwind mainly take place via the southern crossing in order to avoid permanent stress by both directional directions.
Criticism of Fraport and DFS: Not complied with commitments
The KagzRM criticizes that this promise has been increasingly undermined in recent years. More and more starts are now being carried out via the northwest drain route, which, according to the working group, is due to incorrect planning.
"The number of 126 flight movements per hour provided at that time cannot be realistically implemented with the southern flies," says the board of the KagzRM. In the past, this incorrect planning had led to dangerous flight approaches and unnecessary noise pollution.
Worry about a "noise disaster"
The working group sees the intention that has now become known to be particularly critical, during the busy summer months all starts from the parallel railway system (center railway) via the northwest departure route-especially at peak times. This could lead to an "absolute noise disaster" for the affected communities.
The CAGZRM board speaks of a "enormous process" and a "renewed broken word of the airport operator". Political and legal resistance to further tightening the already tense situation is announced.
"The plans must be checked carefully and critically questioned. The protection of the population must be a top priority," emphasizes the working group.
Further information on the KagzRM can be found at: www.kagzrm.de
(Gross-Gerau-PSGG)
