Pax Sets June 10-25 Noise Advisory

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 7pm June 10-25, 2026.

Pilots at NAS 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, “bounces.”

Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.

Communities surrounding the base also are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place through July 10, 2026, from 8am to 5pm. Mission Critical engines run events at the Open Air Engine Test Cell. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.

As with all operations, NAS Pax River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community.

For more information, call 1-866-819-9028.

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