This 1973 report by ESL Incorporated examines air quality conditions at Seattle-Tacoma (SEA-TAC) Airport, covering pollutants such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, photochemical oxidants, and particulate matter. It analyzes existing meteorological and air quality data near the airport and assesses how local topography and climate influence pollution levels. The report concludes with recommended mitigation measures, including aircraft source controls, mobile source controls, and land-use alternatives to improve air quality in the SEA-TAC area.Open full document
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A final report by ESL Incorporated (Environmental Systems Laboratory) assessing air quality at and around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac). The report covers existing air quality conditions including carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen dioxide, and photochemical oxidants, as well as meteorological and topographical factors affecting pollution levels. It also addresses mitigation measures including aircraft source controls, mobile source controls, and land-use alternatives.