Active noise protection

Aircraft noise is one of the most tangible environmental problems in the vicinity of airports. Consequently, Berlin Airports have spared no effort when it comes to this important issue.
Berlin Airports are working to reduce aircraft noise through active and passive noise reduction measures. In accordance with German aviation regulations, sound levels are continuously measured and assessed.

Active noise reduction thanks to quieter aircraft Every airport charges fees to finance infrastructure provided for take-offs, landings, check-in, baggage handling, and other services. These fees are governed by airport regulations. Fee structures also take into account the noise emissions of aircraft. In addition to other fees, a noise-related fee is charged for each landing at the airport. Fees are graduated, depending on the level of aircraft noise. Individual aircraft types are classified according to take-off and landing noise levels measured the preceding year. This gives the airlines an incentive to service Berlin Airports with state-of-the-art and quieter aircraft.

Nighttime flight restrictions German aviation regulations (Section 29b) require that airports and airlines take measures to limit aircraft noise, especially at night. At Tegel airport, there is a ban on nighttime flying from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am, although a margin of one hour is allowed for unavoidable late landings. Exceptions to this rule are nighttime postal flights, search and rescue flights, and special flights that are subject to approval. At Schoenefeld airport, the runway is closed to old Chapter 3 aircraft from midnight to 6:00 am, and open 24 hours a day for Chapter 3 (Bonuslist) and Chapter 4 aircraft. A number of additional noise-related fees are charged for nighttime flying from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. For example, aircraft landing at Tegel between midnight and 5:59 am have to pay a 250% surcharge on the usual noise-related fees.

Link Airport fee regulations