Published Thursday, 26 August 2010
The move was dubbed a "charm offensive" by residents opposing the plans.
In a statement, Belfast City Airport said the community days will give local people the chance to voice their concerns.
"We welcome those who want to talk about issues including the proposed runway, the environment or anything to do with our operations," said Ruth Kimbley from the airport's Community Fund.
"We're looking forward to meeting people who share our vision of improving the health and well-being of local communities."
But residents group Belfast City Airport Watch said the move will not improve the situation.
"The airport can't charm its way out of the fact that tens of thousands of people are affected by aircraft noise," group chairperson Dr Liz Fawcett told UTV.
"They have their sleep disrupted, they have their conversations interrupted - this event won't make life any better for people who suffer from aircraft noise.
"Obviously we're very glad that it's talking to local residents but at the end of the day the airport is a commercial operation and it has to be regulated."
Dr Fawcett said Environment Minister Edwin Poots should tackle the issue.
"He needs to say 'no' to any further expansion and to start enforcing the environmental restrictions under which the airport is meant to operate," she said.
In March, Mr Poots announced the launch of a public inquiry into whether or not the extension should be allowed. The inquiry has not yet got underway.
The airport says the extension would allow planes to carry heavier fuel loads and reach extra European destinations.
It claims the project could create 100 jobs and generate £120m in tourism revenue.