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Meeting Date: June 23, 2026
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Geoff Patnoe, City Manager
Staff Contact: Jason Haber, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
jason.haber@carlsbadca.gov, 442-339-2958
Subject: Carlsbad Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Representatives Update
Districts: All
Recommended Action
Receive an update from the Carlsbad resident representatives serving on the County of San
Diego Palomar Airport Advisory Committee.
Executive Summary
This item is an informational update from Shirley Anderson and Gary Greening, the Carlsbad
resident representatives serving on the County of San Diego’s Palomar Airport Advisory
Committee, on matters pertaining to Palomar Airport. The update will also include a discussion
of the findings and recommendations of the Palomar Airport Voluntary Noise Abatement
Procedures (VNAP) Subcommittee.
Explanation & Analysis
The San Diego County Palomar Airport Advisory Committee advises the San Diego County Board
of Supervisors and the County’s Chief Administrative Officer on matters related to Palomar
Airport, in accordance with the following committee duties and responsibilities:
1.To review and make recommendations on issues pertaining to noise control at
Palomar Airport
2.To review and make recommendations regarding land use within the Palomar
Airport influence area
3.To review and make recommendations regarding issues pertaining to the
development and operations of Palomar Airport
4.To provide an open forum between the Communities and the County on
matters pertaining to Palomar Airport
5.Any other items as may be assigned to the Committee by the Board of
Supervisors.
The Palomar Airport Advisory Committee consists of nine members. Four members are
nominated by the Third District Supervisor, four are nominated by the Fifth District Supervisor,
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and the remaining member is nominated by the County’s Chief Administrative Officer.
Appointments of nominated candidates are made by the Board of Supervisors.
Two of the Third District nominees must reside in the city of Carlsbad and two must reside in
the Third District. Three of the Fifth District nominees must each reside in the cities of
Oceanside, San Marcos and Vista and one must reside in the Fifth District. The Chief
Administrative Officer’s nominee shall be an industry representative with expertise and
experience at Palomar Airport in aviation and/or aeronautical airport business operations and
have a demonstrated interest in the economic viability of the airport.
For nominees residing in a city, the cities may identify one resident candidate each for the
applicable Supervisorial District to consider for nomination to the Board of Supervisors.
The City Council named Carlsbad residents Shirley Anderson and Gary Greening as the city's
primary and alternate candidates for nomination and appointment to the committee on
July 11, 2023. In accordance with the County’s committee membership and selection
framework in place at the time, Ms. Anderson was then nominated by Fifth District Supervisor
Jim Desmond and appointed by the Board of Supervisors for a term to expire Jan. 4, 2027.
After the County Board of Supervisors’ adoption of the new committee membership and
selection framework described above, the City Council passed a minute motion on Feb. 13,
2024, recommending that Gary Greening be appointed to a second Palomar Airport Advisory
Committee seat reserved for a Carlsbad resident. Following his nomination by Third District
Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, the County Board of Supervisors then appointed Mr. Greening
for a term to expire Jan. 6, 2025.
The County Board of Supervisors re-appointed Mr. Greening and extended Ms. Anderson’s term
following their nominations by Supervisor Lawson-Remer on Dec. 10, 2024, with both terms set
to expire Jan. 8, 2029.
Fiscal Analysis
There is no fiscal impact.
Next Steps
The remaining 2026 meetings of the Palomar Airport Advisory Committee are scheduled for
August 20, September 17, October 15 and November 19.
Environmental Evaluation
The proposed action is not a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act, or
CEQA, Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5) and does not require
environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) and 15061(b)(3), because the
proposed action to receive an update from the Carlsbad representatives serving on the County
of San Diego Palomar Airport Advisory Committee is an organizational or administrative
government activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may
result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. Any subsequent action or
direction stemming from the proposed action may require preparation of an environmental
document in accordance with CEQA or the CEQA Guidelines.
Exhibits
None.
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From:Sheila Cobian
To:Faviola Medina; Morgen Fry
Subject:FW: Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Update June 18, 2026
Date:Monday, June 22, 2026 3:57:17 PM
From: Shirley <sander1575@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, 22 June 2026 09:54:51
To: Keith Blackburn <keith.blackburn@carlsbadca.gov>; Priya Bhat-Patel <priya.bhat-
patel@carlsbadca.gov>; Teresa Acosta <teresa.acosta@carlsbadca.gov>; Melanie Burkholder
<melanie.burkholder@carlsbadca.gov>; Kevin Shin <kevin.shin@carlsbadca.gov>; Jason Haber
<jason.haber@carlsbadca.gov>; Mike Strong <mike.strong@carlsbadca.gov>
Cc: terra.lawsonremer@sdcounty.ca.gov <terra.lawsonremer@sdcounty.ca.gov>; Jamie Fox
<jamie.fox@sdcounty.ca.gov>; Cipriano Vargas <cipriano.vargas@sdcounty.ca.gov>
Subject: Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Update June 18, 2026
The Palomar Airport Advisory Committee decided at the May PAAC meeting that
meetings will be held every month, except in July and December. This was the first
meeting on the new schedule. The change was made to shorten the duration of each
meeting.
Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Summary, June 18, 2026.
In Attendance: Cliff Kaiser – General Public Rep/Chair, Shirley Anderson - Carlsbad
Rep/Vice Chair, Gary Greening - Carlsbad Rep, Gordon Nesbitt - Oceanside Rep,Dr. Howard Krausz - General Public and Armen Kurdian - Vista Rep. (Mr. Kurdian
returned to the PAAC with no explanation of absence for the last 2 meetings. He is a
candidate for the 49th U.S. Congressional Race.)
Absent: Kevin Karpe - San Marcos Rep and Clayton Lackey - Industry Rep -
Carlsbad Jet Center
District 3, General Public seat vacated by Larry Cohen, who resigned in November
2025. There is still no word as to when County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer willfill the District 3 vacant seat.
APPROVAL Minutes: Minutes were not approved. Shirley Anderson requested
corrections and additions to the Minutes. PAAC members Gordon Nesbitt and Dr.Howard Krausz also requested changes to the May Minutes. PAAC Secretary,
Yadira Aguilar, requested that PAAC members with any corrections or additions email
them to her for revision. Minutes were tabled for the August PAAC meeting.
Public Comments: Vickey Syage addressed the Committee with concerns about the lack of decorum
coming from PAAC Chair Cliff Kaiser. She was concerned about Chair Kaiser's
recent behavior directed towards community speakers and Vice PAAC Chair ShirleyAnderson. Mrs. Syage shared an email from Supervisor Jim Desmond's office. The
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going to request that the Chair step down. Selection of the PAAC Chair is the
responsibility of the committee members, and any change in leadership must come
through them. Public participation is important, and I encourage you to continue
attending meetings, offering public comment, and advocating for your position with
committee members." Mrs. Syage encouraged the PAAC committee members to
remove Chair Kaiser from his position. She voiced her concern regarding thespeakers during public comment. Chair Kaiser interrupted Mrs. Syage with a rebuttal,
and she said she did not want to hear it and left the meeting.
Alan Baldus, President of the Airport Pilots' Association, announced that Youth
Aviation Day will be held on September 12, 2026, at 10 AM. This event will, again, behosted by the Carlsbad Jet Center.
Mr. Atwater was a first-time attendee and stated he was unsure about protocol when
addressing the PAAC. Mr. Atwater informed the Committee that his neighborhood
had 271 incidents of low-flying aircraft in the last month. He stated that he hadreported them, but heard nothing back from the Airport. PAAC Member Shirley
Anderson advised Mr. Atwater that low flying and dangerous aviation activity is best
reported to the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) in Kearney Mesa. County
Airport Staff only processes noise complaints. Contact for FSDO is 8525 GibbsDrive, Suite 120, San Diego, CA 92123, email 7-AWP-SAN-FSDO@faa.gov, Phone
(858) 502-9882.
Cynthia Trevino stated that the airport's use of CNEL as a metric when measuring
noise is inaccurate. Mrs. Trevino informed the Committee that her community hadinstalled a "Get Noisy" noise monitor, and she would be happy to share the data they
are collecting.
Agenda Items:
Item 4. PAAC Rules and Procedures - Chair Kaiser: Chair Kaiser made a
motion to update the "Rules and Procedures" to reflect the change in the PAAC
meeting schedule.
Specifically: Rule 1. Time and Place of Meetings of the Advisory
Committee - Motion Passed Unanimously
Regular meetings of the San Diego County Palomar Airport Advisory Committee
("Advisory Committee") shall be held on the third Thursday of the months of
January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, and
November or at such alternative time as the Advisory Committee may from time to
time establish. Regular meetings shall be held within the County of San Diego in
the vicinity of McClellan-Palomar Airport. The time and location of regularmeetings shall be specified in an agenda posted at least 72 hours in advance of
the meeting in accordance with Government Code section 54954.2.
Item 5. VNAP Subcommittee Reimbursement Request, PAAC Member
Gary Greening: VNAP Subcommittee Chair, Gary Greening, is formally
requesting reimbursement for administrative costs from the 2025 VNAP
Subcommittee. Mr. Greening noted that he has spent over $500 developing a
new "Fly Friendly Flyer" and other related material that the Airport Staff refused
to help with. Mr. Greening had to personally print the 12 separate packets of
handout materials that were used in the presentation to the PAAC committee.
These packets were provided to PAAC members and Airport Staff. Airport
Manager Cathe Johnson provided Mr. Greening with a reimbursement form to
complete and submit to the County. Ms. Johnson stated there was no
guarantee the County would accept the reimbursement request.
Item 6. Airport Monthly Performance Report/FAA Airplane Design Group
(ADG)- Assistant Airport Manager, Mark Reiner. Mr. Reiner did not give his
report as the Chair led a discussion on how noise at Palomar Airport is
calculated. What was not discussed was the FAA Airplane Design Group and
why this is important. The FAA Airplane Design Group is a classification system
that groups aircraft primarily based on their physical dimensions, specifically
their wingspan and tail height. The FAA uses these groupings in airport
planning and geometric design to ensure runways, taxiways, aprons, and
storage hangars can safely accommodate the aircraft that use them. Taxiways
and Clearances: Wider wingspans require wider taxiways, larger curved corners
at intersections, and greater distances between taxiways and parallel runways
to prevent collisions. The clearance zones around runways and the size of
holding bays depend directly on the size of the aircraft operating at the airport.
Airports use these design groups to determine whether passenger jet bridges,
terminal gates, and maintenance hangars are sized properly for arriving
aircraft. To update an airport for changes in operation, the FAA looks at related
ADG classifications. To provide a complete picture of an aircraft design, the
FAA combines the ADG and the Aircraft Approach Category (AAC), which
categorizes planes by their approach speed. Remember when community
members warned the County was creating a safety hazard at Palomar
Airport of their own design? Go back to the information on Hot
Zones. Palomar Airport is currently classified as a B-II General Aviation Airport,
but is operating as a D-III Commercial Airport. The County Board of
Supervisors has never voted to reclassify McClellan Palomar Airport.
As Chairman, Kaiser focused the discussion on noise metrics, and we moved
on to discussing the difference between CNEL and SNEL. The concerns
became about outdated noise reporting and which metric was more beneficial
for the community. We have a community member who appears very
knowledgeable and stated in comments that the County has the ability and
should be using SNEL when reporting noise data to the community.
Item 7. Committee Member Comments: Nothing to report
Item 8. Set Agenda for Next Meeting: Dr. Howard Krausz requested that the
"Rules of Procedure" be placed on the August Agenda for further revision.
Shirley Anderson requested that a discussion for a Subcommittee of the PAAC
be placed on the August Agenda to review the Monthly Airport Performance
Report.
Item 8. Meeting Adjourned at 7:43 PM, Next PAAC meeting will be August
20, 2026, at 6 PM.
Wishing everyone a happy summer,
Shirley Anderson, Vice Chair PAACCarlsbad Representative
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From:Mary Lucid
To:Geoff Patnoe; City Clerk; Sheila Cobian; Mary Lucid; Council Internet Email
Subject:Item 13, Carlsbad city council meeting 06-23-2026
Date:Tuesday, June 23, 2026 11:34:51 AM
Your Honors:
Thank you for supporting all efforts to control the noise and pollution caused by all aircraftsusing the Palomar airport. What was Jim Desmond, a pilot, thinking ? Isn't it time to mitigate
the damage to our friends and neighbors from overuse of all airplanes at the Palomar airport?Please do your best to control the use of the airport except in emergencies. Respectfully
submitted, Mary Lucid
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From:ltmatteson@roadrunner.com
To:City Clerk
Subject:Comments to the City Council Meeting June 23, 2026
Date:Tuesday, June 23, 2026 12:42:08 PM
Attachments:City Council Meeting 23June2026.pdf
Greetings City Council Representative,
I am planning on presenting the following comments at today’s session and wanted to
include a copy of my prepared proposal for your review and records. I’ve pasted the text
below and have attached a .pdf for your convenience.
Cheers,
Larry Matteson (concerned resident)
City Council Meeting June 23, 2026
VNAP Recommendations – Larry Matteson
Greetings City Council leaders. My name is Larry Matteson. I have been a Carlsbadresident for more than 40 years and a North County resident for 60. I have also spent 25
years in the Medical Technology industry, using innovation and analytics to help peoplelive their best lives. Additionally, I am a Board Member the Evans Point HOA.
I am speaking today as a resident who is deeply concerned about balancing growth with
the quality of life in Carlsbad, today focusing on the topic of airport noise. As I’m sureyou are aware, numerous studies have documented the impact of airport noise on
human health. Notably, a 2013 U.S. Medicare study involving 6 million residents across89 airports found that a modest 10 dB increase in airport noise exposure was associated
with a 3.5% increase in cardiovascular hospitalization rates.
Data collected from our recently installed “Get Noisy” Monitoring sites from May 2026show 8,331 noise events above 65 dBA. Within Evans Point north of the airport which is
designated as a noise-sensitive area under the current and proposed VNAP, residentsexperienced 1,556 events above 65 dBA. While additional local analysis would be
needed to quantify the precise health impact, these data demonstrate significant healthrisk for Carlsbad residents affected by increased airport noise.
To limit this risk, I am strongly encouraging the City Council to approve the following:
1. Support and enforce the current practice flight loops northwest of the
airport. May 2026 data show 2,828 events in which pilots did not follow the current
VNAP guidance.
2. Restore the current VNAP departure instruction for jets. Specifically, reinstate
the instruction: “Jets depart on 250-degree track, remain north of Palomar Airport
Road until 1 mile offshore.” This guidance should help reduce departures over
residential areas near Poinsettia Park and better align traffic with Palomar Airport
Road.
To support these actions, I recommend the city leverage processes used by the VanNuys Airport Fly Friendly program, Montgomery Field, and similar programs across theregion. These programs recognize compliance, provide targeted education and fines forrepeat offenders, and have contributed to measurable reductions in airport noise levels.
Thank you for the opportunity to share this information. I appreciate your considerationof these recommendations.
Key Findings for May 2026· 278 flights occurred during quiet hours — more than 9 every night.· 8,331 flights registered above 65 dB — more than 277 every day.· 4,075 flights registered above 75 dB — more than 135 every day.· The busiest day was May 19, 2026, with 491 noise events in a single day.· The worst night was May 18, 2026, with 19 flights during quiet hours.
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City Council Meeting June 23, 2026
VNAP Recommendations – Larry Matteson
Greetings City Council leaders. My name is Larry Matteson. I have been a Carlsbad
resident for more than 40 years and a North County resident for 60. I have also spent 25
years in the Medical Technology industry, using innovation and analytics to help people live
their best lives. Additionally, I am a Board Member the Evans Point HOA.
I am speaking today as a resident who is deeply concerned about balancing growth with
the quality of life in Carlsbad, today focusing on the topic of airport noise. As I’m sure you
are aware, numerous studies have documented the impact of airport noise on human
health. Notably, a 2013 U.S. Medicare study involving 6 million residents across 89 airports
found that a modest 10 dB increase in airport noise exposure was associated with a 3.5%
increase in cardiovascular hospitalization rates.
Data collected from our recently installed “Get Noisy” Monitoring sites from May 2026
show 8,331 noise events above 65 dBA. Within Evans Point north of the airport which is
designated as a noise-sensitive area under the current and proposed VNAP, residents
experienced 1,556 events above 65 dBA. While additional local analysis would be needed
to quantify the precise health impact, these data demonstrate significant health risk for
Carlsbad residents affected by increased airport noise.
To limit this risk, I am strongly encouraging the City Council to approve the following:
1. Support and enforce the current practice flight loops northwest of the airport.
May 2026 data show 2,828 events in which pilots did not follow the current VNAP
guidance.
2. Restore the current VNAP departure instruction for jets. Specifically, reinstate
the instruction: “Jets depart on 250-degree track, remain north of Palomar Airport
Road until 1 mile offshore.” This guidance should help reduce departures over
residential areas near Poinsettia Park and better align traffic with Palomar Airport
Road.
To support these actions, I recommend the city leverage processes used by the Van Nuys
Airport Fly Friendly program, Montgomery Field, and similar programs across the region.
These programs recognize compliance, provide targeted education and fines for repeat
offenders, and have contributed to measurable reductions in airport noise levels.
Thank you for the opportunity to share this information. I appreciate your consideration of
these recommendations.
Key Findings for May 2026
· 278 flights occurred during quiet hours — more than 9 every night.
· 8,331 flights registered above 65 dB — more than 277 every day.
· 4,075 flights registered above 75 dB — more than 135 every day.
· The busiest day was May 19, 2026, with 491 noise events in a single day.
· The worst night was May 18, 2026, with 19 flights during quiet hours.
Carlsbad PAAC
Representatives Update
Jason Haber, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
City Manager’s Office
June 23, 2026
{ City of
Carlsbad
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PROPOSED ACTION
Receive an update from the Carlsbad resident
representatives serving on the County of San
Diego Palomar Airport Advisory Committee.
ITEM 13: PAAC Reps Update
{ City of
Carlsbad
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DUTIES OF THE PAAC
- To review and make recommendations regarding:
1. Issues pertaining to noise control at Palomar Airport
2. Land use within the Palomar Airport influence area
3. Issues pertaining to the development and operations of Palomar Airport
- To provide an open forum between the Communities and the County on matters pertaining to Palomar Airport
- Any other items as may be assigned to the Committee by the Board of Supervisors
ITEM 13: PAAC Reps Update
{ City of
Carlsbad
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District 5 Supervisor’s
Nominees
-One Oceanside Resident
-One Vista Resident (Vacant)
-One San Marcos Resident
-One District 5 Resident
-Terms Expire 1/4/2027
CAO Nominee
-Industry representative:
Palomar airport aviation or
aeronautical business
operations
-Interest in economic viability
-Term expires 1/8/2029
District 3 Supervisor’s
Nominees
-Two Carlsbad Residents
-Two District 3 Residents
(One seat is vacant)
-Terms expire 1/8/2029
Cities identify resident
candidates.
Appointments by County Board
of Supervisors.
( City of
Carlsbad
Palomar Airport Advisory Committee
Update
Carlsbad Resident PAAC Representatives:
Shirley Anderson and Gary Greening
June 23, 2026
PAAC Voluntary Noise Abatement Procedure
(VNAP) Subcommittee
•Findings
•Outdated pilot-education materials
•Noise-complaint system lacks transparency
•No recognition-based incentive program
•Outdated FAA Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study
PAAC Voluntary Noise Abatement Procedure
(VNAP) Subcommittee
•Recommendations
•Modernize all pilot-education materials (In Progress)
•Upgrade the noise-complaint system (Approved & In Development)
•Implement a “Fly Friendly” recognition program (Under Review)
•Publish monthly SNEL and noise-contour data (Pending)
•Initiate an update to the FAA Part 150 Study (Under Consideration)
Why it matters?
•Improves quality of life for residents
•Increases transparency and accountability
•Aligns CRQ with statewide best practices
•Ensures the City has accurate data for future planning
•Strengthens trust between the airport, the County, and the community
McClellan-Palomar Airport
Governance Framework
•Federal Aviation Administration
•County of San Diego
•City of Carlsbad
FAA Part-150 Noise Compatibility Program
•Why is it important?
•Assess aircraft noise exposure
•Map noise contours
•Develop measures to mitigate community impacts
Measuring Airport Noise
•Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL)
•Sound Noise Exposure Level (SNEL)
•A new FAA Part-150 Noise Compatibility Study
•New noise exposure maps
•Planning tool for new development
Thank you!
Carlsbad City Council Presentation
Get Noisy Update
PAAN -Palomar Airport Action Network
Presented by Frank Sung, June 23, 2026
WHAT WE ARE ASKING FOR ...
•CITY LETTER TO FAA > Instruct the Control Tower
to “Direct take-offs on a 250 degree track, remain
North of Palomar Airport Road until 1 mile
offshore”
•CITY LETTER TO COUNTY > Accept Residents’
Email Noise Complaints
•CITY STAFF > To provide MONTHLY Noise Impact
Report to the City Council
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PAAN
Palomar Airport Action Network
palomarairportactionnetwork@gmail.com
3 Members Initially
25 HOAs/5 Community Groups
Estimated Reach- 45K residents
KEY ISSUES
3
•Noise Impacts/Monitoring
•Safety Protocols
•Flight Deviations
•Quiet Hour Enforcement
•Runway Expansions
4
•Formed 501C3 on Feb. 20, 2025
•Allows for Tax Deductible Donations
•Pursue Environmental/Noise Issues
•Solutions and Funding
•Support Legal Action (As Necessary)
SDAAA
San Diego Airport Action Advocates
5
Get Noisy Monitor locations - Carlsbad and Other Cities
City/Community HOA/Community Groups
City of Carlsbad Nine (9) HOAs
Vista/Oceanside Community Group
Escondido Community Group
San Marcos HOA Group
12 Noise Monitors
Get o tor ocati s
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VNAP 250 MAGNETIC HEADING
DEVIATIONS
EARY TURNS and TAKE OFF FLIGHT PATH ISSUES
McCLal.AN-PALOMAR AIRPORT
VOLUNTARY NOISE
ABATEMENTPROCEOURE
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Key Findings for May 2026
278 flights during quiet hours - more than 9 every single night - Worst night: May 18, 2026 with 19 flights during quiet hours
8,331 flights registering over 65dB - more than 277 every day - Busiest day: May 19, 2026 with 491 noise events in a single day
4,075 flights registering over 75dB (twice as loud as 65dB) - more than 135 every day
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Dear San Diego County Airports Administration,
As a resident of Carlsbad, I am writing to formally report
a series of early-morning aircraft noise occurrences at
McClellan-Palomar Airport on 2026-05-15.
- EJA394 — 83 dBA at 6:11 AM
- ENY4022 — 91 dBA at 6:38 AM
- N393SG — 83 dBA at 7:09 AM
- EJA474 — 85 dBA at 7:32 AM
- LXJ557 — 83 dBA at 7:43 AM
The highest noise level reached was 91 dBA.
Such frequent activity fits neither the needs of the
residential area around Palomar Airport nor constitutes
a tolerable disturbance for sleep and daily family
routines. I am asking that the airport's voluntary curfew
and noise abatement rules be revisited and properly
enforced.
Sincerely,
Resident Name
Phone #
Email
Sample Resident Complaint
County Refuses to Accept Get Noisy Complaints
•279 email letters generated and sent by individual
residents
•Printed Paper Complaints delivered by hand to the Airport
Manager at last week’s PAAC Meeting. Airport Manager
REFUSED to accept them.
•Some CA Airports That Accept EMAIL Noise Complaints
•Orange County – John Wayne Airport
•Santa Clara County – Reid-Hillview/San Martin
•San Jose Mineta International Airport
•City of San Diego – SD Int’l, Brown Field, Montgomery-
Gibbs
WHAT WE ARE ASKING FOR ...
•CITY LETTER TO FAA > Instruct the Control Tower
to “Direct take-offs on a 250 degree track, remain
North of Palomar Airport Road until 1 mile
offshore”
•CITY LETTER TO COUNTY > Accept Residents’
Email Noise Complaints
•CITY STAFF > To provide MONTHLY Noise Impact
Report to the City Council
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Ashton Public Comment
Images for June 23, 2026
Agenda Item #13
Carlsbad Palomar Airport Advisory Committee
VNAP 250 Degree Track
North of PAR
Actual Flight Path
of SW 5519 Too Far South
THERE ARE NO COUNTY
AIRPORT NOISE MONITORS
IN THIS AREA
JET DEPARTURES PRODUCE PEAK NOISE LEVELS HEAVILY IMPACTING
NEIGHBORHOODS SOUTH OF PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD
Legoland Monitor
Approximate Location
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SATURDAY 20-JUN-2026
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