Disturbance from small aircraft

Early day motion 1477, tabled 16 June 2025 by Freddie Van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 5 members.

That this House notes with concern the growing number of complaints from residents regarding the persistent noise nuisance caused by small aircraft flying low over homes and gardens, often for recreational or training purposes; further notes the distress and disruption this causes to local communities, affecting quality of life and mental wellbeing; recognises that noise pollution is a serious environmental health issue linked to stress, sleep disturbance and other long-term health effects; is concerned that emissions from light aircraft contribute to local air pollution and undermine efforts to tackle the climate crisis; and calls on the Government to conduct a review of small aircraft operations over residential areas, including flight paths, permitted altitudes, and emissions standards.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 4, Green 1.