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2023-11-15Federal Register Policy on Definition of Aeronautical Activities
★ 32The FAA proposed updating its definition of 'aeronautical activity' to include unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), advanced air mobility (AAM), and commercial space launch operations, meaning federally obligated airports must provide non-discriminatory access to these emerging technologies. The policy clarifies that while these new operations qualify for airport access, the FAA retains authority to assess safety risks and set conditions for accommodating them. Recreational UAS, model aircraft, and model rockets are explicitly excluded from the updated definition. -
2021-10-01Ground Noise Study Progress Update
★This October 2021 progress update presents findings from a Ground Noise Study conducted at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The presentation covers key acoustic concepts—including Maximum Sound Level (Lmax), Sound Exposure Level (SEL), and Equivalent Sound Level (Leq)—alongside topics such as sound propagation, the study's scope of work, noise monitoring activities, and planned next steps. The study aims to better understand and document ground-level noise impacts in and around the airport. -
Unclaimed Luggage Lined Up at Airport Baggage Claim
A large collection of unclaimed or delayed luggage is lined up in rows at an airport baggage claim area. A monitor in the background displays 'Baggage Claim' text, and a baggage carousel is visible with travelers standing nearby. -
Hanscom Field
A blue single-engine propeller aircraft, partially readable registration ending in '202', taxis or lands on a runway at a general aviation airport. A concrete air traffic control tower is visible in the background, along with an American flag and airport terminal buildings, viewed from outside a chain-link perimeter fence. This does not appear to be Sea-Tac Airport. -
2026-02-03Airport Finance & Grant Compliance
This presentation on Airport Finance and Grant Compliance, delivered by finance officials from the Port of Pasco, Port of Moses Lake, and Port of Seattle, provides an overview of airport ownership structures and airport types. It covers the various entities that can sponsor and own airports, including states, cities, counties, port authorities, airport authorities, and military organizations. The presentation also outlines the different categories of airports, ranging from private and commercial to general aviation, GA reliever, military, and non-controlled FAA airports. -
2026-01-30Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending
This document is a federal Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending table listing airport infrastructure grants across numerous U.S. states, covering projects such as runway extensions, terminal upgrades, taxiway reconstruction, and safety improvements. The funding spans dozens of airports and ranges from $150,000 to $12 million per project, requested by various House and Senate members. This document does not contain information specifically related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
2026-01-28American Airlines and United Airlines Aircraft at Airport
An American Airlines aircraft (displaying the classic 'AA' livery with red, white, and blue striping) is shown on the tarmac, with a United Airlines Boeing 777 visible in the background. Both carriers are major operators at numerous U.S. airports, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. -
2026-01-01Airport Improvement, January/February 2026
The January/February 2026 issue of Airport Improvement magazine includes a feature on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport detailing how a cyberattack led to operational setbacks, prompting the airport to refine its processes and adopt renewed cybersecurity precautions. The article is one of several in the issue covering infrastructure, technology, and resilience projects at major airports across the United States. Note that this publication does not contain specific content related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
2025-12-01Washington aviation system plan executive summary
Executive summary of WSDOT’s statewide aviation system plan evaluating Washington’s public-use airport system performance and 20-year needs. The 2025 update examines airport roles, facilities, aviation activity, forecasts, capacity, access, emerging technologies, system performance, policy direction, and implementation costs for 133 airports. -
2025-12-01Washington aviation system plan executive summary
Executive summary of WSDOT’s statewide aviation system plan evaluating Washington’s public-use airport system performance and 20-year needs. The 2025 update examines airport roles, facilities, aviation activity, forecasts, capacity, access, emerging technologies, system performance, policy direction, and implementation costs for 133 airports.