New MAC Stakeholder Engagement Leadership
Posted on May 16, 2019Two new leadership appointments recently took place in support of the Metropolitan Airports Commission’s (MAC) newly created Stakeholder Engagement Department.
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MSP Noise Oversight Committee Meeting - May 2019
Posted on May 9, 2019The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) Noise Oversight Committee (NOC) is an advisory board to the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), and is comprised of industry and community representatives who address aircraft noise issues associated with activity at MSP. The group meets on the third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.
Unusual Runway Use at MSP Due to Weather
Posted on April 10, 2019
Strong northeasterly winds associated with a winter storm today, and possibly tomorrow, will activate use of Runway 4 at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Use of MSP Runway 4 usually occurs when heavy or large aircraft require additional runway length or when a strong northeasterly wind blows through the Twin Cities area.
NCAA 2019 Final Four Flying into Twin Cities
Posted on March 18, 2019
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is counting down to the big events being hosted this year in Minneapolis for the 2019 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men’s Basketball Final Four championships. This series of games and associated events will take place April 2-8, and will bring many visitors to the Twin Cities and surrounding area.
MSP Noise Oversight Committee Meeting - March 2019
Posted on March 8, 2019The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) Noise Oversight Committee (NOC) is an advisory board to the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), and is comprised of industry and community representatives who address aircraft noise issues associated with activity at MSP. The group meets on the third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.
MSP Aircraft Noise Analysis for 2018 Now Available
Posted on February 28, 2019
Today MAC published its annual noise contour report, assessing the actual aircraft noise exposure on residential homes near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to determine eligibility for future noise mitigation.
A Year in Review: 2018 Reflections
Posted on February 8, 2019
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) owns seven airports throughout the twin cities, including Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and six general aviation airports. The MAC works in partnership with communities, government agencies, and aircraft operators to facilitate air transportation and manage all aspects of a first-class airport system. There is much to share about the collaboration and work efforts employed and accomplishments during the past year.
Airplanes and Frigid Air Temperatures
Posted on January 30, 2019
With the current cold snap sweeping the Twin Cities, airport neighbors may be hearing airplanes in a different way.
Like many things in aviation, there is a scientific explanation for why the aircraft sounds you hear on a bitterly cold day may vary from the same aircraft on a warm day.
Winter MSP Listening Session
Posted on January 18, 2019
The public is invited to join the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) at the MAC General Offices, on January 23, 2019 at 7:00 PM for the NOC Winter Listening Session.
MAC Improves FlightTracker Experience
Posted on December 18, 2018
Last week, the MAC Noise Program Office updated its FlightTracker tool by reducing the time delay for real-time flight information. The "Real Time" display on FlightTracker previously showed flight activity in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area with a 20-minute delay. After improving the data collection process, the delay has been reduced to 10-minutes. The flights available on FlightTracker are now presented to customers as early as is allowed by the data provider.