Aircraft noise

Local authorities have no powers to deal with noise from aircraft.

If you are having problems with aircraft noise, contact the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). It has exclusive powers to deal with complaints in respect of aircraft (including helicopter) movements.

Civil Aviation Authority

CAA House,

45-59 Kingsway,

London WC2B 6TE

T: 020 7379 7311 (This telephone number can also be used for all out of hours emergencies)

www.caa.co.uk

Economic Regulation Group

CAA House,

45-59 Kingsway,

London WC2B 6TE

T: 020 7453 6213

F: 020 7453 6244

Directorate of Airspace Policy

CAA House,

45-59 Kingsway,

London WC2B 6TE

T: 020 7453 6599

F: 020 7453 6593

Consumer Protection Group

CAA House,

45-59 Kingsway,

London WC2B 6TE

T: 020 7453 6430

F: 020 7453 6431

Safety Regulation Group

Civil Aviation Authority

Aviation House,

Gatwick Airport South

West Sussex RH6 0YR

T: 01293 567171 (This telephone number can be used for all out of hours emergencies)

Other bodies with involvement in aircraft noise issues, include:

• Airport Operators Association - 020 7222 2249
• Aviation Environment Federation - 020 7329 8159
• British Air Transport Association - 020 7730 6931
• General Aviation Awareness Council - 020 7834 5631
• DEFRA - 020 7944 5494
• Heathrow Airport - 0800 393 070
• Gatwick Airport - 0800 393 070