Plans to move flight paths in and out of major British airports away from built up areas have been launched by the firm that manages UK air traffic.
National Air Traffic Services says its plans would cut by 20% the number of people affected by noise from departing planes flying below 4,000ft (1,219m). Airports including Heathrow, Stansted, Luton and London City may be affected.
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