Melbourne Airport's plan to build a third runway will change flight paths over homes
ABCSome residents will experience more aircraft noise when Melbourne Airport's third runway begins operating later this decade, but the areas that may be affected have not been specified. Key points: The third runway is scheduled to open by 2027 Melbourne Airport has previously warned the project could result in more aircraft noise for people living to the north and south It said there were frequent delays before the pandemic because of congestion on the existing two runways Public feedback is being sought on plans for the new 3,000-metre runway which will run parallel to the existing north-south runway and increase the airport's capacity by allowing for simultaneous take-offs and landings. Melbourne Airport CEO Lyell Strambi has confirmed the opening of the third runway will require a change to flight paths. Ms Roberston said members of the group whose homes were affected by aviation noise often did not know about development planned for Melbourne Airport when they decided to live in the area.
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