The Desk Reference summarizes applicable special purpose laws in one location for convenience and quick reference and helps the FAA integrate these laws and NEPA to the fullest extent possible.

October 2007

• Complete Desk Reference (PDF, 1.86 MB)
• Introduction (PDF)
• Table of Contents (PDF)
• Environmental Impact Category
  • Chapter 1: Air Quality (PDF)
  • Chapter 2: Biotic Resources (PDF)
  • Chapter 3. Coastal Barriers (PDF)
  • Chapter 4. Coastal Zone Management (PDF)
  • Chapter 5. Compatible Land Use (PDF)
  • Chapter 6. Construction Impacts (PDF)
  • Chapter 7. Section 4(f) Resources (PDF)
  • Chapter 8. Federally-listed Endangered or Threatened Species (PDF)
  • Chapter 9. Energy Supplies, Natural Resources, and Sustainable Design (PDF)
  • Chapter 10. Environmental Justice (PDF)
  • Chapter 11. Farmlands (PDF)
  • Chapter 12. Floodplains (PDF)
  • Chapter 13. Hazardous Materials (PDF)
  • Chapter 14. Historic Properties (PDF)
  • Chapter 15. Induced Socioeconomic Impacts (PDF)
  • Chapter 16. Light Emissions and Visual Effects (PDF)
  • Chapter 17. Noise (PDF)
  • Chapter 18. Social Impacts (PDF)
  • Chapter 19. Solid Waste (PDF)
  • Chapter 20. Water Quality (PDF)
  • Chapter 21. Wetlands (PDF)
  • Chapter 22. Wild and Scenic Rivers (PDF)
  • Chapter 23. Cumulative Impacts (PDF)

See also . . .

• Order 1050.1, Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures
• Order 5050.4, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Instructions for Airport Actions