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StART Meeting Recap: February 27, 2019

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The Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) met on February 27, 2019 to discuss ongoing efforts to reduce aircraft noise around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including a recommended adjustment to Runway 34R's glideslope and a proposed new taxiing approach to minimize engine noise from arriving aircraft. The group also reviewed the status of the Late Night Noise Limitation Program, a draft updated Runway Use Agreement, and efforts to address the A-320 whistling noise issue. Members held small group discussions to identify StART's priorities for 2019, with the next public meeting scheduled for April 24 at the airport's Conference Center.

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Recap of the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) meeting held February 27, 2019, convened by Sea-Tac Airport Managing Director Lance Lyttle. Topics include Aviation Noise Working Group January 14 meeting report by Stan Shepherd (Port Of Seattle) covering the draft updated Runway Use Agreement submitted to FAA, Late Night Noise Limitation Program noise thresholds, and A-320 whistling noise letter to airlines. Eric Schinfeld previewed the new StART Federal Policy Working Group inaugural meeting scheduled March 4. StART members confirmed the Working Group recommendation to adjust Runway 34R’s glideslope. Mark Coates presented an airfield taxiing noise reduction concept being explored by FAA, airlines, and Port Of Seattle. Communities represented include SeaTac, Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, Tukwila, and Federal Way. Next meeting scheduled April 24, 2019.

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