Representation by Susanne Press
- Date submitted
- 18 November 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I object to this irresponsible application on the grounds that it would produce significantly more aircraft noise for those already affected by Gatwick’s concentrated flight paths, and would contribute to a further decline in air quality due to both the increased number of planes on concentrated flight paths, and road vehicles/congestion around the airport itself. Further, an expansion flies in the face of climate change targets and the UK government itself recommends no airport expansions until the aviation industry can reduce its carbon intensity. At the moment, airports are permitted to ignore emissions from flying aircraft. Until this loophole is closed and Gatwick can report the true emission total of its current state of operation, no new expansion should be allowed.