Extension of the Requirement for Helicopters to Use the New York North Shore Helicopter Route

The Greater Jamesport Civic Association, represented by its President Laura Jens-Smith, urges the FAA to extend the mandatory New York North Shore Helicopter Route. They argue that the current route provides a predictable framework that minimizes community impact and noise, and that an extension is necessary to maintain order while a long-term solution is developed.

The Greater Jamesport Civic Association, representing communities on the North Fork of Long Island, urges the FAA to renew the rule requiring helicopters to use the New York North Shore Helicopter Route. They argue that the current requirement protects the safety and tranquility of their community by diverting helicopters to a South Shore route.

The commenter supports the extension of the helicopter route requirement because they believe private helicopters are noisy and disruptive to residents on the North Shore. They argue that wealthy commuters should find alternative transportation methods to preserve the peace of the area.

A resident of the North Fork on Long Island expresses frustration with the noise and vibrations caused by low-flying helicopters over their property. They support the proposed action to extend requirements for helicopter routes to mitigate these disturbances.

The commenter supports the proposed action and advocates for a "mandatory" South Shore route for helicopters. They argue that the South Shore has better emergency response infrastructure and that flying along the Atlantic coastline is safer for residents than the current North Shore route.

The commenter argues that the Town of East Hampton is illegally privatizing the East Hampton Town Airport (HTO/JPX) despite court orders and that the FAA's characterization of the airport's status is incorrect. They support the proposed action (which relates to helicopter routes and airport status) by highlighting the Town's violations of court orders and the continued public-use status of the facility.

An individual resident expresses concern about helicopters violating the North Shore Helicopter Route and flying at dangerously low altitudes. The commenter supports the enforcement of the route and regulations to mitigate noise and safety issues.

A resident of the North Shore of Long Island opposes the extension of the helicopter route requirement, arguing that the FAA is failing to enforce existing regulations and is not considering the noise and air pollution impacts on local residents. The commenter calls for a renewed agreement with the East End Helicopter Group and for the public to be included in the decision-making process.

The commenter opposes the extension of the New York North Shore Helicopter Route, arguing that the route has failed to reduce noise levels and that the "transitioning" language allows for excessive deviations. They recommend terminating the route entirely and banning helicopter flights from the area to protect residents from noise pollution.