Relief could be coming soon for Newport Beach residents who live under departure paths from John Wayne Airport. He’ll also have his eyes peeled in December, when the FAA will nudge a departure path for eastbound planes and possibly implement a new path that navigates Upper Newport Bay’s curves to minimize noise effects on both sides of the water. The technology exists for the curving path, though only the newest planes can handle it, Kiff said. Kevin Chang | Staff Photographer An American Airlines plane flies over homes along Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach after taking off from John Wayne Airport on Tuesday. An American Airlines plane flies over homes along Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach after taking off from John Wayne Airport on Tuesday.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 28, 2017 02:26 UTC