Our Friendly Approach
Noise Management Program
The County of San Mateo Airports’ Friendly Approach Program is a noise management outreach plan designed to educate the community about San Carlos and Half Moon Bay airports’ operations and how they contribute to thriving bayside and coastal communities.

Our Friendly Approach
Noise Management Program
The County of San Mateo Airports’ Friendly Approach Program is a noise management outreach plan designed to educate the community about San Carlos and Half Moon Bay airports’ operations and how they contribute to thriving bayside and coastal communities.
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About County of
San Mateo Airports
The County of San Mateo manages two airports, San Carlos (SQL) and Half Moon Bay (HAF), that serve the bayside and coastal communities.


Friendly Approach News
Read about the latest news related to our Friendly Approach program:

Where is
Captain Ruth?
Ruth Fredericks learned to fly at the San Carlos Airport and is now a captain for a mainline airline. Captain Ruth welcomes us aboard as she navigates the globe.

Meet Our
Aviation Alumni
Learn about the many people who have developed successful careers in aviation after learning to fly at San Carlos and Half Moon Bay airports.