Centennial Airport
Denver, Colorado, United States
Noise Abatement Information - Last update 08/02/2022
Overview
IN ALL CASES SAFETY AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE!
The following guidelines are recommended VOLUNTARY practices to minimize sound levels in the vicinity of Centennial Airport.
General Guidelines:
-Traffic pattern altitude 6,885ft MSL (1,000ft. AGL)
-If possible avoid noise sensitive areas as shown in green on the Noise Sensitive Areas Map.(See attached brochure)
-Terrain rises significantly to the south, southwest and west of Centennial Airport. Please adjust altitude accordingly.
-For additional information regarding aircraft noise abatement, please call the Centennial Airport Noise Office: 303-790-0598.
All Aircraft:
-Avoid unnecessary training and ILS training operations between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
-Adjust power settings slowly.
-Observe noise abatement signs at runway departure ends.
-Avoid noise sensitive areas when able.(See attached brochure)
Propeller Aircraft:
-Wind permitting, request runway 10/28.
-Take off and climb at best angle of climb(Vx) to 500ft. Then best rate(Vy).
-Reduce prop RPM as soon as possible and do not increase RPM until on short final for landing.
-Avoid intersection take offs.
-When cleared for landing or take off, remain South of Arapahoe Rd if possible.
-Avoid noise sensitive areas when able.(See attached brochure)
-If traffic pattern volume becomes saturated causing extended pattern length beyond the suggested Arapahoe Road and Lincoln Avenue boundaries then consider returning at less busy time to remain within the depicted traffic pattern.
Jet Aircraft:
-Follow NBAA noise abatement guidelines.
-Minimize use of reverse thrust.
-Use thrust reduction techniques.
Helicopters:
-Helicopter operators please contact Tower for preferred noise abatement routes.
-Avoid noise sensitive areas when able.(See attached brochure)
Curfews
All Runways | All Aircraft Categories | Arrival & Departure
VOLUNTARY Flight training operations curfew from 2200-0700L
Images / Diagrams
Preferential Runways
The nighttime preferential runway use program is designed to minimize overflights over the populated area just north of the airport. The procedure states: between 10:00 pm (2200L) and 6:00 am (0600L) aircraft are requested to use Runway 35 for arrivals and Runway 17 for departures, but only if there is a tailwind component less than 6 knots and a crosswind component less than 20 knots.
Propeller Aircraft: Wind permitting, voluntarily request runway 10-28 for arrival and departure
Helicopters: Please contact tower for preferred noise abatement routes
Reverse Thrust
Voluntary Minimize use of reverse thrust.
Pattern Altitudes
ALL VALUES ARE MSL (FEET)
Traffic Pattern altitude 6,885 ft. MSL (1,000 ft. AGL)
Intersection Takeoffs
All Runways | All Aircraft Categories
Please use full length whenever possible
Engine Runup
VOLUNTARY- Avoid Engine Runups between 2200-0700L
Flight Training
Attempt to stay South of Arapahoe Road, North of Lincoln Ave, and East of I-25 when in the traffic pattern.
Please avoid flight training between the hours of 2200-0700L.
See fly quiet brochure for further information- https://www.centennialairport.com/media/attachments/2021/01/19/voluntary_noise_abatement_guidelines.pdf.
Community Groups/Info
Centennial Airport Community Noise Roundtable meets the 1st Wednesday of every month at 6:30PM in the Wright Brothers Board Room at 7565 S Peoria St Englewood, CO 80112 (currently in person meetings are unable to accommodate the public but we invite the public to continue joining us online for our Roundtable meetings-
https://www.centennialairport.com/index.php/en/noise/noise-roundtable)
Stage II
As of December 31, 2015, operation of Stage I & II aircraft will not be permitted in the United States.
Flight Track Monitoring
https://webtrak.emsbk.com/apa?fbclid=IwAR1xnXwQ2sVwisSZ_szUAlHFtyYBNIZTACOI1PF7ZSH8PPbBxORnnaidUUE
Noise Ordinance
VOLUNTARY Avoid flight training and ILS training operations between 10:00pm and 7:00am
Noise Monitoring
https://www.centennialairport.com/index.php/en/noise/track-and-report-noise
Prior Permission (PPR) Operations
PPR required for all aircraft >75,000 lbs.
Please contact airport operations at (24/7 303-877-7307) for all PPRs.
Airport Contact Info
| Name: | Michael Fronapfel, Executive Director |
|---|---|
| Phone: | 303-790-0598 |
| Noise Hotline: | 303-790-4709 |
| Web Address: | https://www.centennialairport.com/index.php/en/ |
| Noise Complaint Address: | https://webtrak.emsbk.com/apa?fbclid=IwAR1xnXwQ2sVwisSZ_szUAlHFtyYBNIZTACOI1PF7ZSH8PPbBxORnnaidUUE |
| Address: | 7565 South Peoria Street Englewood CO 80112 |
NBAA Procedures
AOPA Noise Awareness Steps
Following are some general guidelines and techniques to minimize the noise impact produced by aircraft operating near the ground.
1. If practical, avoid noise-sensitive areas such as residential areas, open-air assemblies (e.g. sporting events and concerts), and national park areas. Make every effort to fly at or above 2,000 feet over the surface of such areas when overflight cannot be avoided.
2. Consider using a reduced power setting if flight must be low because of cloud cover or overlying controlled airspace or when approaching the airport of destination. Propellers generate more noise than engines; flying with the lowest practical rpm setting will reduce the aircraft's noise level substantially.
3. Perform stalls, spins, and other practice maneuvers over uninhabited terrain.
4. Many airports have established specific noise abatement procedures. Familiarize yourself and comply with these procedures.
5. To contain aircraft noise within airport boundaries, avoid performing engine runups at the ends of runways near housing developments. Instead, select a location for engine runup closer to the center of the field.
6. On takeoff, gain altitude as quickly as possible without compromising safety. Begin takeoffs at the start of a runway, not at an intersection.
7. Retract the landing gear either as soon as a landing straight ahead on the runway can no longer be accomplished or as soon as the aircraft achieves a positive rate of climb. If practical, maintain best-angle-of-climb airspeed until reaching 50 feet or an altitude that provides clearance from terrain or obstacles. Then accelerate to best-rate-of-climb airspeed. If consistent with safety, make the first power reduction at 500 feet.
8. Fly a tight landing pattern to keep noise as close to the airport as possible. Practice descent to the runway at low power settings and with as few power changes as possible.
9. If a VASI or other visual approach guidance system is available, use it. These devices will indicate a safe glidepath and allow a smooth, quiet descent to the runway.
10. If possible, do not adjust the propeller control for flat pitch on the downwind leg; instead, wait until short final. This practice not only provides a quieter approach, but also reduces stress on the engine and propeller governor.
11. Avoid low-level, high-power approaches, which not only create high noise impacts, but also limit options in the event of engine failure.
12. Flying between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. should be avoided whenever possible. (Most aircraft noise complaints are registered by residents whose sleep has been disturbed by noisy, low-flying aircraft.)
Note: These recommendations are general in nature; some may not be advisable for every aircraft in every situation. No noise reduction procedure should be allowed to compromise safety.
Temporary Information (None)
None
Mandatory Restrictions (None)
None
Arrivals (Not Specified)
Not specified
Departures (Not Specified)
Not specified
Preferential Instrument Procedures (None)
None
APU Use (No Restrictions)
No restrictions
Stage III (No Restrictions)
No restrictions
Airport Maps
Airport Contact
| Name: | Michael Fronapfel, Executive Director |
|---|---|
| Phone: | 303-790-0598 |
| Noise: | 303-790-4709 |
| Address: |
7565 South Peoria Street Englewood CO 80112 |
Weather Data
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Airport Data
| Elevation: | 5,885 ft |
|---|---|
| City: | Denver, Colorado, United States |
| Sectional Chart: | Denver |
| Flight Service: | Denver FSS |
| Control Tower: | Yes |
| Wind Indicator: | Yes |
| Fuel: | 100LLA |
