TagEconomic Impacts(19)
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2018-01-01Sea-Tac International Airport economic impacts
★ 32This January 2018 report from the Port of Seattle examines the economic impact of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which handled an estimated 46.8 million passengers and roughly 425,860 metric tons of air cargo in 2017. The airport directly supported 19,100 on-site jobs and $5.6 billion in economic activity, while generating nearly $22.5 billion in total economic output and 151,400 jobs across Washington state when multiplier effects are included. The report also highlights the airport's role as a critical trade gateway, including the export of Washington-grown cherries to international markets. -
Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) airport profile
This airport profile for Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) was produced as part of the Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Economic Impact Study of Washington’s 134 public-use airports. It details the airport’s characteristics, key aviation activities, and 2018 economic impacts, including 18,679 jobs supported and $3.04 billion in total business revenues. The profile -
2026-07-25Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) airport profile
This airport profile for Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) was produced as part of the Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Economic Impact Study of Washington’s 134 public-use airports. It details the airport’s characteristics, key aviation activities, and 2018 economic impacts, including 18,679 jobs supported and $3.04 billion in total business revenues. The profile -
2026-01-29
UECNA Webinar: Does aviation growth lead to economic growth?
UECNA seminar on the economics of aviation. John Steward (moderator): Good evening ladies and gentlemen. We are here tonight because Dr. Alex Chapman, a senior economist at New Economics Foundation, is with us. Dr. Chapman focuses on the economics of climate change, nature recovery and inequality. He supports New Economics Foundation’s just transition and nature -
2025-07-02Economic impact analysis: The Northwest Seaport Alliance, Port of Tacoma, and Port Of Seattle
A July 2025 economic impact analysis by Community Attributes Inc. examines the economic contributions of the Northwest Seaport Alliance, Port of Tacoma, and Port of Seattle to Washington State. In 2023, NWSA operations alone supported an estimated 52,100 jobs, $4.4 billion in total compensation, and nearly $14 billion in total business output across Washington. The report also highlights more than $130 million in state fiscal impacts generated by NWSA activities that year. -
2025-07-02
Economic impact analysis: The Northwest Seaport Alliance, Port of Tacoma, and Port Of Seattle
A July 2025 economic impact analysis by Community Attributes Inc. examines the economic contributions of the Northwest Seaport Alliance, Port of Tacoma, and Port of Seattle to Washington State. In 2023, NWSA operations alone supported an estimated 52,100 jobs, $4.4 billion in total compensation, and nearly $14 billion in total business output across Washington. The report also highlights more than $130 million in state fiscal impacts generated by NWSA activities that year. -
2025-04-08
Port Commission approves $1.9M in Economic Development Grants
But are Airport Communities really being served? At today’s Port of Seattle Commission meeting, the Port approved the 2025–2026 Economic Development Partnership Program — allocating up to $1.9 million in funding for economic initiatives in cities throughout King County. Agenda Packet While the Port frames this as a generous regional investment, a closer look -
2023-08-27Trade, traffic on I-5 corridor raise vision to global level
This article examines the growing trade and economic integration along the I-5 corridor connecting Portland, Seattle-Tacoma-Everett, and Vancouver, B.C., highlighting cross-border cooperation, Pacific Rim trade opportunities, and regional population and industrial growth in the late 20th century. It does not contain content related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
2022-09-12Economy, traffic fuel commercial-service talk
This article from the Snohomish County Business Journal discusses growing interest in establishing scheduled commercial air service at Paine Field in Everett, Washington, as an alternative to the congested Sea-Tac Airport. Supporters argue that commercial flights would boost the local economy and attract new businesses, while noting that modern, quieter aircraft have significantly reduced noise concerns. The county's 20-year airport master plan, approved in December, projected commuter service flights from Paine Field within five years. -
2019-06-01Airport basics
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac), operated by the Port of Seattle, is the eighth busiest U.S. airport, serving 49.8 million passengers and handling over 432,315 metric tons of air cargo in 2018, with 32 airlines offering 91 domestic and 29 international non-stop destinations. The document also profiles Jason Schwartz, an aviation professional with over 25 years of experience specializing in airport noise management, UAS operations, and airside planning, currently serving in dual roles at the Port of Portland and his own consulting firm, Aviation Compatibility Consulting. Schwartz's background includes noise program management, community engagement, and relevant certifications in airport environmental management and business operations.