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CityCouncil | 2018-10-16 | 10 | abatement procedure with the Port of Oakland; stated the FAA provides notification, but the pilot does have the authority to request a different runway; Air Traffic Control will provide the runway specifically requested by the aircraft. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired if the pilot would be considering the situation; and if safety of approach, for example, is considered. Mr. Davis responded the Port of Oakland advises pilots of the program if they violate the noise abatement procedure; stated pilots receive letters and notifications from Port of Oakland staff reminding them of the importance of the procedure; there are various reasons why an aircraft would chose not to follow the noise abatement procedure. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired the procedure for departing aircrafts. Mr. Davis responded his previous explanation is for departing aircrafts; clarified the arriving aircraft procedures, which are very similar. The Interim City Manager inquired if there are any noise curfews in place, to which Mr. Davis responded in the negative. The Interim City Manager inquired if there is any noise reduction in place for commercial aircrafts to cut back on engines in order to reduce sound until they get to a certain altitude, to which Mr. Davis responded in the negative. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he heard Runway 33 is unsafe; inquired why the issue was not addressed in the presentation, and what justification the Port of Oakland has for allowing the runway to be used. Mr. Davis responded the airports responsibility is to publish and maintain a runway length safe for aircraft use; stated the pilot in command of the aircraft has to determine the safety margin; each aircraft has published limitations by the manufacturer based on multiple factors. Councilmember Matarrese stated the response was not satisfactory; stated that he would like the topic discussed. Mayor Spencer requested response as to who makes the decision. Mr. Davis responded the decision lies with the pilot in command; stated the pilot in command is using manufacturer published data approved by the FAA, which allows for sufficient use of Runway 33; continued the presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired if sending a letter to non-compliant pilots is the extent of the Port of Oakland's reprimand. Mr. Davis responded the Port will call and send a letter. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 16, 2018 7 | CityCouncil/2018-10-16.pdf |