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2023-03-13Alaska Airline and SeaTac Airport North Star Project – Travel Codex
by Rocky HoranLast updated March 13, 2023 The North satellite at SeaTac airport is dark, old, a bit stagnate feeling, and in need for a major renovation. Although the North satellite is nothing like Delta’s world port at JFK, it is 40 years old and outdated. However in the near future this will all be -
2023-01-23House Bill 1505 – Alternative Jet Fuel Industry in Washington
Washington House Bill 1505 (2023) aims to promote the production and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) by establishing tax incentives, clean fuel credits, and research initiatives to grow the alternative jet fuel industry in the state. The bill defines 'alternative jet fuel' as lower-carbon fuels that can be blended with conventional jet fuel without modifying aircraft engines or existing infrastructure. Beyond reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the legislation highlights improved air quality benefits for airport workers and communities surrounding airports like Sea-Tac. -
2022-12-09Aircraft Crossing Moon
A dramatic photograph showing a commercial aircraft silhouetted against a large, golden full moon. The image captures the airplane in flight with the moon’s surface details clearly visible in the background, creating a striking contrast against the black sky. -
2022-12-07Historic Aircraft Landing with Observers
Spectators watch and photograph the inaugural takeoff of the Boeing 747 prototype (visible '747' markings on fuselage) from what appears to be Paine Field in Everett, Washington. The image documents the first flight of the 747, a historically significant event for the Pacific Northwest aviation industry and relevant to subsequent regional airport noise policy discussions. -
Boeing 747 first flight
A four-engine wide-body jet aircraft, consistent with a Boeing 747, is photographed on a runway with landing gear deployed and engine exhaust/tire smoke visible. The image appears to be from the early 1970s based on photo quality and aircraft livery style, but specific airline markings are not clearly legible. -
2022-10-17Comments on the draft FAA policy regarding processing land use changes on federally acquired or federally conveyed airport land
The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority submitted comments to the FAA in October 2022, objecting to a proposed federal policy governing land use changes on federally acquired or conveyed airport property. The authority argues the policy creates unnecessary regulatory burdens that hamper airports' ability to pursue compatible non-aeronautical developments, and calls for clearer, simpler rules — such as broader definitions of 'airport purpose' and airport-led category determinations rather than FAA approval for every land use change. -
2022-10-17NASAO comments on draft FAA policy regarding processing land use changes on federally acquired or federally conveyed airport land
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) submitted comments to the FAA in October 2022 regarding a draft policy on land use changes at federally acquired or conveyed airport land. NASAO raised concerns about lengthy lease review processes, the lack of defined timelines for approvals, and unclear procedures for lease renewals and extensions. The letter also questioned how the policy would affect existing leases and called for greater consistency across FAA regions. -
2022-10-17AAAE comments on draft FAA policy regarding processing land use changes on federally acquired or federally conveyed airport land
The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) submitted formal comments in October 2022 opposing a proposed FAA policy that would require federal review of individual leases, subleases, and non-aeronautical development projects on federally acquired or conveyed airport land. AAAE argues the policy would reduce airport revenue, slow development, and exceed FAA's appropriate role, which should be limited to aviation safety oversight rather than involvement in specific real estate transactions. The organization urges FAA to maintain existing policies and work collaboratively with the airport industry on any needed improvements. -
2022-08-30Glossary
This glossary from an FAA planning document defines key aviation terms used in airport operations and air traffic control, including types of aircraft operations (local and itinerant), radar systems, and airspace classifications. It covers planning concepts such as the Airport Master Plan, Airport Layout Plan, and Airport System Planning, as well as operational facilities like the Airport Traffic Control Tower and Air Route Traffic Control Center. These definitions provide a standardized reference for understanding airport development, airspace management, and noise-related policy discussions at facilities like Sea-Tac Airport. -
2022-08-20The Effect of Occupational Exposures to Aircraft Ultrafine Particles on Acute Cardiorespiratory Health, and Control Using Personal Protective Equipment
A University of Washington thesis by Mariah Dittmore investigates whether short-term exposure to ultrafine particles from aircraft engines causes measurable cardiorespiratory harm at concentrations found in surrounding communities, and whether personal protective equipment can reduce that harm. The research builds on a 2018 Los Angeles study that linked walking near aircraft pollution to elevated blood inflammation markers, while noting that roadway traffic posed its own distinct respiratory risks. The findings are relevant to policy discussions around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the health of workers and residents exposed to aircraft emissions.