Pax, Wallops Noise Advisory Oct. 3-Nov. 15

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River and Wallops Island, VA, are advised that noise-generating nighttime testing events are scheduled to take place from 6pm to 4am October 3 to 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, NAS Patuxent 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 NAS Pax River noise advisories, click here.