Notice of Community Consultation

NAV CANADA proposes changes to EdmontonInternational Airport arrival flight paths

NAV CANADA is seeking public comment on proposed changes to flight paths for aircraft arriving to Edmonton International Airport.

The proposed flight paths are estimated to save up to three minutes flying time for arrivals,with greenhouse gas emissions reductions estimated at 1,250 metric tonnes each year. Where possible, portions of flight paths have been relocated to better avoid populated areas.

The new approach paths will lever new technology – known as Required Navigation Performance (RNP) – that combines satellite-based positioning with modern flight management systems, allowing an aircraft to fly a precise route. This allows for the design of flight paths that are shorter and that provide for a continuous descent.

Initially, only a small portion of aircraft – approximately 23 per cent – will be equipped to fly the new procedure. Aircraft not equipped for RNP will continue to operate on standard arrival routes. No changes are proposed for departure routes.

NAV CANADA has made information(including maps) on proposed flight path changes available online at navcanada.ca/YEG. Residents are invited to learn about changes and provide feedback by December 1, 2016 using the comment tool available on the website.

Residents can also attend one of the following drop-in Open House Consultation Events:

November 7, 2016 – 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Leduc Recreation Centre

Canadian Western Bank/MNP Room

4330 Black Gold Drive

Leduc, Alberta

T9E 3C3

November 8, 2016 – 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Terwillegar Recreation Complex

Multipurpose Room B (Second Floor)

2051 Leger Road

Edmonton, Alberta

T6R 0R8

November 9, 2016 – 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Devon Community Centre Main Hall

20 Haven Avenue

Devon, Alberta

T9G 2B9

November 15, 2016 – 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Beaumont Composite High School Cafeteria

5417 43rd Avenue

Beaumont, Alberta

T4X 1K1

November 16, 2016 – 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton Gateway

Chappelle Room

10010 12th Avenue SW

Edmonton, AB

T6X 0P9