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I like carpet, solely for the noise reduction. I know there are other ways to control noise, but airports don't always employ them. A carpeted airport is generally a quieter one.
It's always industrial carpet. It's not like you're dragging your bag through the 2nd cut of rough at the US Open or anything.
In my house, I prefer hardwood floors with rugs and wall coverings to manage the noise. But in airports...I'll take the carpet any day.