This statutory instrument establishes regulations concerning noise certification for air navigation. It details the enabling powers derived from the Civil Aviation Act 1982, specifically sections 60, 61, 101, and 102, outlining the legal framework for these regulations. The Order specifies its issuance and making dates, as well as its effective commencement date, and indicates that it revokes a previous statutory instrument (S.I. 1984/368). Furthermore, it defines the regional applicability across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

As a statutory instrument, its reception is primarily legal and administrative rather than critical or popular. Its authority stems from its legislative basis and its role in regulating aviation noise. The document serves as a technical and legal reference for authorities and entities within the aviation sector in the UK. Its impact is measured by its compliance and enforcement within the specified jurisdictions.