New DOT rule targets helicopter flights
Sen. Charles Schumer speaks about the new federal regulations to curb noise created by low-flying helicopters across Long Island. Videojournalist: Jim Staubitser (June 3, 2012) (July 3, 2012 6:11 PM)
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A federal rule restricting helicopter traffic along Long Island's North Shore are to go into effect early next month with over-water routes intended to reduce chopper noise in residential areas.
The U.S. Department of Transportation Tuesday published the rule mandating a route that has been voluntary since 2008.
The regulation requires pilots to fly 1 mile offshore between Huntington...
