Update: Pax Noise Advisory for Night Flights

UPDATE: The FCLP flights at NAS Patuxent River have been extended to Thursday, February 12, from 6:30 to 10pm.

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place February 10 and 11, 2026, from 6:30 to 10pm.

Pilots at NAS Pax River will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices, simulated carrier landings conducted to prepare the pilot to land safely on an aircraft carrier.

The practices consist of series of touch-and-go maneuvers called “bounces.” Airspeed, altitude and power are all precisely choreographed in order for a pilot to approach the ship within an acceptable window to land on the deck safely.

FCLP training is essential for the precision and safety of our pilots and the success of their mission. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.

Noise Advisory for February 10-27 for Webster Outlying Field

Communities surrounding WOLF are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place February 9-27. Test events could occur anytime from 8am to 5pm.

Mission Critical engines run events at the Open Air Engine Test Cell (OAETC) are required. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.

As with all operations, NAS Pax River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community.

For more information, call 1-866-819-9028. To view all current NAS Pax noise advisories, click here.