Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats)
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199. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport whether an assessment is underway to assess the impact that aircraft noise is having on communities and residential areas around Dublin Airport; if he can provide the number of flights that have passed over the Baldoyle, Clongriffin, Belmayne areas since January 2023, along with their flight paths; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14671/23]

Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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As the deputy will be aware, daa has statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport.

Noise mitigation at Dublin Airport is subject to substantial regulation and oversight as well as best practice mitigation measures. These measures are designed to address long-term adverse effects of aircraft noise on health and quality of life, whilst also facilitating the sustainable development of the airport and the broader economy.

The Aircraft Noise Competent Authority (ANCA) is the regulatory body responsible for noise regulation at Dublin Airport. I understand that ANCA has commenced a review of the impact of aircraft noise on the communities around Dublin Airport. The airport authority (daa) has been directed to provide operational data to ANCA to inform the review. The outcome of this review will be made available to the public.

Due to the technical nature and volume of the information required from daa, data will be submitted and assessed on a phased basis over the coming months. Through this process, ANCA will determine if it is necessary to introduce additional noise control measures around Dublin Airport.

This review will examine how the airport has operated since the new runway opened on 24 August 2022 and consider how aircraft operations may affect the areas around the airport in the years ahead.

The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is responsible for the provision of air traffic management services at Dublin Airport, including flight information and air traffic control, accordingly I have forwarded your question to IAA for a direct response in relation to the number of flights and flight paths. If a response is not received within 10 days, please contact my private office.