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Niagara Falls council approves Rainbow Air flight plan after public safety and noise discussion
Summary
The City Council voted to approve Rainbow Air’s proposed helicopter flight plan and attached a revocable license; proponents and air-traffic controllers emphasized safety and quieter aircraft while residents urged a complaint process if noise becomes a problem.
The Niagara Falls City Council voted to approve a resolution authorizing Rainbow Air Inc.’s proposed flight plan and related operations at a new tourism center, following public comment that focused on safety and potential noise impacts.
The vote followed presentations by Rainbow Air representatives and local air-traffic controllers who said the route minimizes risk and noise. Supporters noted the company will use newer, quieter aircraft and that the plan keeps flights mostly over water and parkland.
Company representative Mark Chamberlain explained the proposed outbound and inbound routing, saying…
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