§ Mr. Pavittasked the Minister of Aviation when he last checked the problem of noise from aircraft over the borough of Willesden; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. SandysThe current survey programme is designed to embrace districts within 10 miles from London Airport and does not, therefore, embrace Willesden, which lies just outside that area. However, it may be possible to enlarge the area of survey later.
§ Mr. Pavittasked the Minister of Aviation if there is a special post in his Department of a senior officer responsible for all matters in connection with noise from aircraft.
§ Mr. SandysThe Controller of Aviation Ground Services is responsible for all matters connected with the noise of aircraft operating from civil aerodromes. The Chief Scientist and the Controller of Aircraft are responsible for the research and development programme aimed at reducing noise in new and existing types of aircraft.
§ Mr. Pavittasked the Minister of Aviation if he has further considered increasing the angle of the glide-path at London Airport, in order to minimise the nuisance caused by noise to residents in the vicinity.
§ Mr. SandysI have considered this and regret there is no possibility of increasing the angle of the glide-path at London Airport.