In September 2017, Des Moines, WA resident Steve Edmiston sent a certified letter demanding that the Port of Seattle and the FAA stop increased flight operations over his historic Woodmont neighborhood, arguing that no avigation easement had ever been granted over his property. He cited a dramatic rise in aircraft noise, vibrations, fumes, and nighttime flights linked to expanded use of Sea-Tac's third runway and new navigation procedures, noting that commercial operations at the airport had nearly doubled since 2003. The letter also included a formal public records request for documents related to flight procedure changes made after February 14, 2012, and outlined legal grounds under which affected homeowners may still seek damages despite general noise liability limitations.Open full document
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A Des Moines, WA homeowner writes to the Port of Seattle and FAA demanding they cease and desist new and increased air traffic over his home in the Woodmont neighborhood. The letter asserts that no avigation easement has been granted over his property and argues that significant changes in flight patterns and frequency since 2012 violate his property rights. It also includes a public records request for documents relating to takeoff and landing procedures south of Sea-Tac Airport adopted on or after February 14, 2012.