Cessna 441 Conquest II — Other Documents

The Annual Sound Study Report for the St. Paul Downtown Airport (STP) provides an analysis of aircraft operations and associated noise levels at the airport. Conducted by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), the study utilizes the FAA's Aviation Environmental Design Tool (AEDT) to model sound data from aircraft operating at STP. This report covers the period from August 13-19, 2024, and includes data on aircraft operations, noise complaints, and sound modeling results. The study aims to assess the impact of aircraft noise on the surrounding community and to inform future airport operations and noise mitigation strategies. It is relevant for airport management, community stakeholders, and aviation enthusiasts interested in understanding the environmental impact of aviation activities at STP.

• The study period for the 2024 STP Annual Sound Study was from August 13-19, 2024.
• A total of 919 aircraft operations were recorded during the study period, with 463 arrivals and 456 departures.
• The majority of operations (92%) occurred on Runway 14/32, with 290 arrivals and 276 departures.
• The study utilized the FAA's AEDT software to model sound levels, focusing on events above 65 dBA.
• Eight noise complaints were received during the study period, with the majority linked to jet aircraft.