The Gulfport-Biloxi International airport has recently concluded its 15-year Noise Mitigation Program. This noise abatement project was designed to minimize the impact of aircraft noise from the airport onto its surrounding homes, apartments and a school through sound insulation and easement acquisition. It was funded through a combination of federal FAA grants as well as State and Airport matches.

As a result:

• Homes Sound Insulated – 790
• Apartments Sound Insulated – 18
• Schools Sound Insulated -1
• Parcels Acquired – 10
• Avigation Easements – 311

Program Funding:

Total Program Dollars From 2005-2020 = $42,454,070

• FAA Federal Grants – $39,889,682
• State Match – $1,282,194
• Airport Match – $1,282,194