FAA expedites airport noise study

Thursday, May 7, 2015
CHICAGO (WLS) -- There may be some possible relief for people who say airport noise near O'Hare is making their lives miserable. The FAA said Thursday it is fast-tracking a study on the issue.
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The expedited study is reviewing national standards for noise levels near major airports.

The results could qualify thousands of residents near O'Hare for subsidized soundproofing.

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