Why did we do the Master Plan?

The FAA recommends that public use airports such as Tweed New Haven Regional Airport prepare a new Airport Master Plan every 10 years +/- or as local aviation conditions change. The previous Master Plan was completed in 2002. Therefore, the Tweed New Haven Airport Authority has initiated this Airport Master Plan update to ensure the Airport continues to operate in a safe and efficient manner and to address any changes in the aviation industry both locally and nationally.

What’s involved in the Master Plan?

The Master Plan is a comprehensive project that includes existing conditions and issues, environmental overview, forecasts, identifies recommended changes, and looks at alternatives that could implement recommended changes. More details can be found here.

What was the schedule/how long did it take?

The Master Plan is typically an 18-month process, however due to the current health crisis some delays have occurred. The project started in September 2019. It is anticipated that the Master Plan will be finalized and approved by the Federal Aviation Administration in early summer 2021.

Does this mean more noise for the community?

Tweed is at a historical low number of operations. In 2018, Tweed had approximately one third of total operations it had in the early 1990s. Commercial (airline) operations are also much lower than they have been historically. As a public use airport, Tweed cannot prevent aircraft from flying in/using it.

As part of the Master Plan, existing and potential future operations will be reviewed for their noise exposure on and surrounding the airport using FAA approved methodologies.

What happened to my comments?

All comments will be reviewed, considered, and included in the project record. Comments/questions that come up frequently will be compiled and answered here, on the Frequently Asked Questions page. These FAQs will be updated frequently as questions and comments come in.

How many people use the airport?

In 2018, there were over 73,000 passengers (arriving and departing) using Tweed. Historically, that number has been as high as 276,380 in the early 90s.

What are the next steps after the Master Plan is complete?

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental documentation and permitting will be required before any final design can be conducted.