 Overview
In 2004, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved a
Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study for Bradley International Airport (BDL) which included a
series of programs and initiatives aimed at mitigating the effects of aircraft
noise. The Residential Sound Insulation Program (RSIP), a recommendation
derived from the Study, provides qualified homeowners with acoustical
modifications to lessen the effects of aircraft noise free of charge. The
Program assists residents in the high noise-impacted areas surrounding Bradley
International Airport.
Only properties located within the FAA approved Noise Exposure Map (NEM) 65 dB
DNL contour boundaries are eligible for participation. The contours are
generated by using FAA noise modeling software that utilizes actual Bradley
International Airport data, including number of aircraft operations, type of
aircraft, times of aircraft operations, flight tracks, runway use and aircraft
altitudes.
BDL Residential Sound Insulation Program (RSIP) is funded through grants offered by the FAA (80%) and local airport funds (20%). No local tax dollars are used to fund the RSIP.
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