EANAB brings together representatives from local communities and Edinburgh Airport Limited (EAL) to collaboratively address aircraft noise concerns.
Meet the team
Blake Cushnie
Chair
Blake took over as EANAB Chair in October 2023. Based in Belfast, he is an ex-Heathrow air traffic controller, and is now an airspace design modernisation consultant for NavCan in Canada. He sits on two ICAO panels and leverages his expertise in aviation noise mitigation and community engagement.
Ellie Tappenden
Vice Chair
Ellie has been an EANAB member since October 2023. She is a Veterinary Nurse and Vice Chair of Broxburn Community Council.
Simon Rhodes
EAL Representative
Simon has 30+ years of experience, including RAF service and of both civil and military airports. Managed tower operations at Newcastle Airport and implemented radar upgrade and airspace change projects. Currently progressing the EDI airspace change and modernization initiative.
Our Board Member Organisations
Charlestown, Limekilns and Pattiesmuir Community Council
Facebook Page about Charlestown, Limekilns and Pattiesmuir Community Council
Cramond, Barnton and Cammo Community Council
website about Cramond, Barnton and Cammo Community Council
Davidson’s Mains & Silverknowes Association
website about Davidson’s Mains & Silverknowes Association
Midlothian Federation of Community Councils
website about Midlothian Federation of Community Councils
Joint Forum of Community Councils in West Lothian
website about Joint Forum of Community Councils in West Lothian
Edinburgh Airport Noise Board Review
The Edinburgh Airport Noise Review Panel (EANRP) was tasked with evaluating the effectiveness of Edinburgh Airport Limited’s (EAL) community engagement practices regarding noise issues through the Edinburgh Airport Noise Advisory Board (EANAB). The EANRP’s review involved:
- Assessing the existing parameters for EANAB’s operation.
- Engaging with EANAB members, EAL representatives, and affected communities to understand different perspectives.
- Examining national guidance and best practices from other airports on noise mitigation.
The final review document was published in Feb 2022.
EANAB Annual Reports
EANAB publishes an annual report of its activities, the latest of which covers 2025.
The 2025 Annual Report covers a remarkably busy year of consultation for EANAB. Throughout the year, our volunteer members have dedicated a significant amount of time and effort to both national and local initiatives. Most notably, they supported the Edinburgh Airport Airspace Change Proposal by reviewing design concepts, evaluating consultation materials, and attending public events across the region. Read the full report to learn more about our active role in these public consultations, our constructive dialogue with the airport, and our commitment to representing our communities
Throughout 2024, we maintained a constructive and collaborative dialogue with EAL. We are confident that the airport values EANAB’s engagement, as our insights consistently help shape initiatives that deliver shared benefits to both EAL and local communities.
EANAB Meeting Minutes
View the archive of minutes from our past meetings – EANAB Meeting Minutes