Summary
Residents say low-flying helicopters over Wading River are unbearable, with hundreds of complaints logged. The board agreed to reconvene the helicopter task force and push the FAA on the North Shore route before its July 29 review.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Wading River residents would get quieter skies if the route is enforced.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Board - Jul 21, 2026
With summer helicopter traffic up, the board brought back its noise task force to monitor FAA North Shore route compliance through July 2026.
Town Board - Jul 7, 2026
Residents say low-flying helicopters over Wading River are unbearable, with hundreds of complaints logged. The board agreed to reconvene the helicopter task force and push the FAA on the North Shore route before its July 29 review.
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