Heathrow launches steeper approach trial to reduce noise

Heathrow has announced plans to trial a steeper approach for aircraft landing at Heathrow. This trial is one of 10 practical steps Heathrow is taking through its Blueprint for Noise Reduction to explore ways to improve the noise climate around Heathrow.  If adopted, it will be the only airport in the UK to introduce steeper approaches as a means to reduce noise on the ground. The international standard approach for most airports in the world is set at 3 degrees, except for obstacle clearance (e.g. buildings, mountains etc.).Heathrow believes a steeper angle is possible and will lead to quieter approaches