Only Runway 17/35 will be available for aircraft taking-off or landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) between 11 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. again this upcoming week. This temporary condition is necessary while crews continue work in the runway safety areas of the other three MSP Runways: 12L/30R, 12R/30L, and 4/22. Similar work was performed during the past two weeks as weather permitted, and the work will continue in October during nighttime and early morning hours until the project is completed. 

Summer in the Twin Cities is precious and this summer is no exception. Residents who were impacted early in the season by heavy-use of the south flow runway configuration at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) may experience some reprieve while we all enjoy the fresh blast of cool air from the north.

The 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 bi-monthly on the third Wednesday of odd-numbered months. 

Summer has arrived in the Twin Cities. At Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) summer means vacations, more travelers and more aircraft takeoffs and landings. Neighbors near the airport may be noticing some of the effects of these changing weather conditions.

Warmer temperatures and humidity cause aircraft to use longer distances to takeoff and, once airborne, climb slower. To find out more, check out our FAQ #2 titled “Can airplanes climb/fly higher to reduce noise?”