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<p>The Government recognises that aviation noise is a key concern for communities
that aircraft fly over, including areas such as Wokingham.</p><p> </p><p>As part of
its forthcoming Aviation Strategy, the Government has put forward a number of proposals
designed to incentivise the aviation industry to successfully modernise airspace.
The benefits of airspace modernisation are well known. For example, it should allow
aircraft to climb more quickly than they can at present, and descend continuously,
both of which will have a noticeable noise reduction benefit for overflown communities.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government has also taken forward proposals for additional ways of representing
communities’ exposure to noise and requirements for optional analysis and consultation
that will ensure communities are more engaged in the future decisions around airspace
that affect them.</p><p> </p><p>London Heathrow Airport is developing its proposal
for the Compton departure route, the operation of which affects communities near Wokingham.
We expect that London Heathrow Airport will consult on its proposals next year, and
this will provide an opportunity for communities to influence the final design for
this departure route.</p>
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