• 2020-02-25

    Port of Seattle Commission Meeting February 25, 2020 Postgame

    Accelerated Sound Insulation Program Agenda The most important meeting on sound insulation in many years–and that was just one item. The airport passes its two-year re-certification (Part 139) with flying colors. The Sustainable Airport Master Plan environmental review changes direction from a combined NEPA/SEPA to separate processes. Important update on Flight Corridor Safety Program and
  • 2020-02-21

    Advisory circular: Hazardous wildlife attractants on or near airports

    This FAA Advisory Circular (AC 150/5200-33C), issued February 21, 2020, provides guidance on land uses and development projects near public-use airports that may attract hazardous wildlife such as birds, mammals, and reptiles, which pose serious safety and economic risks to aircraft. It outlines recommended practices for airport operators, land-use planners, and federally funded airport projects to assess and mitigate wildlife hazards, though compliance is voluntary except for airports holding operating certificates under 14 CFR Part 139 or receiving federal grant funding. The document updates and replaces the previous 2007 version of the same circular.
  • 2020-02-21

    Advisory circular: Hazardous wildlife attractants on or near airports

    This FAA Advisory Circular (AC 150/5200-33C), issued February 21, 2020, provides guidance on land uses and development projects near public-use airports that may attract hazardous wildlife such as birds, mammals, and reptiles, which pose serious safety and economic risks to aircraft. It outlines recommended practices for airport operators, land-use planners, and federally funded airport projects to assess and mitigate wildlife hazards, though compliance is voluntary except for airports holding operating certificates under 14 CFR Part 139 or receiving federal grant funding. The document updates and replaces the previous 2007 version of the same circular.