Increased grants to be offered to homeowners affected by Dublin Airport noise

Irish Examiner: To read the article, click here. By David Kent Date: 15h January 2025. Dublin Airport's operators are to offer an increased grant scheme to homeowners affected by loud aircraft noise. The number of people affected by night-time noise at the hub is greater than it had been in 2019, which is a breach [...]

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Dublin Airport Authority’s Neighbourliness Extends To Insulating Nearby Homes

The operator of Dublin Airport, daa will proceed with a new sound insulation grant scheme for up to 400 eligible homes. The DAA will contact eligible homeowners in the coming weeks with further details of how to avail of the grant, which has been increased by 50% to €30,000 per home. Local residents can learn [...]

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Night-time noise from Dublin Airport flights ‘still a concern’

Dublin Airport has been told by its neighbouring local authority that the night-time noises its flights produce and their impact on local residents are “still a concern”. The latest noise action plan for Dublin Airport, published by Fingal County Council on Wednesday, notes that the number of people affected by night-time noise at the hub [...]

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Seán Ronayne | Irish Wildlife Sounds | Talk

Seán Ronayne is an accomplished ornithologist known for his extensive work in bird conservation and research. With a deep passion for avian species, he has contributed significantly to the study of bird behavior, migration, and population dynamics. His expertise spans across various ecosystems, particularly focusing on the birds of Ireland, where he has made notable [...]

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Concorde and the Sonic Boom

The Concorde, a supersonic passenger jet, was notorious for its immense noise levels, particularly during take-off and landing. Its turbojet engines generated a distinctive sonic boom when it exceeded the speed of sound, causing a loud, thunderous noise that could be heard miles away. The sheer volume of the engines' roar, combined with the supersonic [...]

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