NAS Pax River Noise Advisories Issued
Communities surrounding NAS Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 7pm until October 10, 2024.
Pilots at Pax River will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices.
FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted to prepare the pilot to land safely on an aircraft carrier. The practices consist of series of touch-and-go maneuvers where airspeed, altitude, and power are precisely choreographed in order for a pilot to approach a ship within an acceptable window to land on the deck safely.
FCLP training is essential for the precision and safety of our personnel and the success of their mission. Landing on an aircraft carrier is perhaps the most difficult task in military aviation. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.
Noise Advisory for Nighttime FCLP flights October 7-8, 2024
Noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 6 to 8:30pm October 7-8.
Pilots at Pax River will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices.
Pax, Wallops Noise Advisory Until November 15
Communities surrounding and Wallops Island, VA, are advised that noise-generating nighttime testing events are scheduled to take place from 6pm to 4am until November 15, 2024.
In an effort to lessen the disturbance of these missions, pilots have been instructed to fly the lowest altitude portion of their flights prior to midnight, when possible.
These flights are conducted in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration and Navy regulations and are subject to scheduling shifts based on a number of factors.
As with all operations, Pax River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community.
For more information, call 1-866-819-9028.
To view all current Pax noise advisories, click here.
