title: The psycho-social consequences of aircraft noise.
abstract: The paper describes and compares various methods of investigating the social disamentity caused by aircraft noise. These methods include social surveys,the analysis of complaints, and direct observation. Each has practical, political and statistical advantages and disadvantages. The effects of aircraft noise are also discussed and the conclusion is drawn that if social pressure continues to be applied, the technologists can and will quieten aircraft engines.
authors.affiliation: Scientific Advisor's Division, Civil Aviation Authority.
authors.forename: H C
authors.initials: HC
authors.lastname: Stockbridge
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Lee