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Ken Griffin's Helipad Fight
Miami Beach neighbors resist billionaire Ken Griffin's private helipad for his yacht.
In brief
Miami Beach neighbors resist billionaire Ken Griffin's private helipad for his yacht. Miami Beach residents oppose Ken Griffin's helipad proposal to reduce helicopter travel time to his yacht. Originally reported by Page Six.
Griffin's Helipad Proposal
Citadel billionaire Ken Griffin wants a helipad at his Miami Beach marina to land his superyacht Defy.
Neighbors Oppose Noise
Residents say helicopter noise could make their lives marginally uncomfortable.
Noise Study Finds Quiet
Airbus H160 noise studies show 13 seconds of takeoffs and landings equal ordinary conversation.
“noise from the 13 seconds of takeoffs and landings would be comparable to that of an ordinary conversation on a nearby condominium balcony”
Planning Board Vote Next Week
Miami Beach planning board will vote on Griffin's helipad proposal on November 3.
What to remember
Miami Beach residents oppose Ken Griffin's helipad proposal to reduce helicopter travel time to his yacht.
