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2025-07-30SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table shared policy priorities – 2026 state legislative session
The Port of Seattle and communities near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport have outlined shared policy priorities for the 2026 state legislative session, addressing key challenges including aircraft noise, air quality, and the airport's near-full capacity. The proposals include a noise insulation repair program, identifying new regional airport capacity, sustaining air quality programs for schools and residences, expanding sustainable aviation fuel production, and reducing emissions from ground transportation. These priorities reflect a joint effort between the Port and neighboring communities to partner with the state legislature on practical solutions that balance regional economic growth with the well-being of South King County residents. -
2025-07-28Appendix D: Biological Resources — ESA Section 7(a)(2) Biological Opinion and EFH Response for Sea-Tac Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a Biological Opinion on July 28, 2025, in response to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) consultation request regarding the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects. The opinion evaluates potential effects of the planned airport projects on endangered species and critical fish habitat under the Endangered Species Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The review drew on a Final Biological Evaluation prepared by the FAA to assess impacts on species status, critical habitat, and the surrounding environment. -
2025-07-28Appendix D: Biological Opinion and Essential Fish Habitat Response for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a Biological Opinion on July 28, 2025, in response to a Federal Aviation Administration consultation request regarding near-term construction projects outlined in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan. The opinion evaluates potential effects of these projects on endangered species and critical fish habitat under the Endangered Species Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. NMFS reviewed and independently verified analyses from the FAA's Biological Evaluation, incorporating findings related to the proposed action area, species status, and effects on critical habitat. -
2025-07-28
Biological Opinion and Essential Fish Habitat Response for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a Biological Opinion on July 28, 2025, in response to a Federal Aviation Administration consultation request regarding near-term construction projects outlined in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan. The opinion evaluates potential effects of these projects on endangered species and critical fish habitat under the Endangered Species Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. NMFS reviewed and independently verified analyses from the FAA's Biological Evaluation, incorporating findings related to the proposed action area, species status, and effects on critical habitat. -
2025-07-28
Appendix D: Biological Resources — ESA Section 7(a)(2) Biological Opinion and EFH Response for Sea-Tac Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a Biological Opinion on July 28, 2025, in response to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) consultation request regarding the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects. The opinion evaluates potential effects of the planned airport projects on endangered species and critical fish habitat under the Endangered Species Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The review drew on a Final Biological Evaluation prepared by the FAA to assess impacts on species status, critical habitat, and the surrounding environment. -
2025-07-16Acoustical Testing Results for SIRRPP — July 2025
Harris Miller Miller & Hanson Inc. (HMMH) conducted sound insulation measurements at 30 homes near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in June 2025 to determine whether interior noise levels meet the federal threshold for sound insulation assistance. Using FAA-approved testing methods, the study found that only 3 of the 30 homes had median interior Day-Night Average Sound Levels (DNL) at or above the qualifying 45 dB threshold, while an additional 3 homes had individual rooms exceeding that level. The results inform eligibility decisions under the SEA Repair and Replacement Program, which is governed by FAA Advisory Circular 150/5000-9B and the Airport Improvement Program Handbook. -
2025-07-16
Acoustical Testing Results for SEA Repair and Replacement Program
Technical memorandum from Harris Miller Miller & Hanson Inc. (HMMH), authored by Eric Cox and addressed to Julie Kinzie, reporting acoustical testing results for the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Repair and Replacement Program conducted in June 2025. HMMH measured median interior Day-Night Average Sound Level (DNL) values for 30 residential structures in SeaTac and Des -
2025-07-03Sea-Tac Airport breaks record, expects 900K travelers over July 4 weekend
The busiest day is expected to be Sunday, July 6, when passenger traffic could set a new single-day record at Sea-Tac Airport. The newly-added checkpoint at Sea-Tac Airport brings five security lanes. Author: KING 5 Staff SEATAC, Wash. — Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is bracing for a surge in travelers over the July 4th holiday period, -
2025-06-30Port Of Seattle Q2 2025 financial performance report
The Port of Seattle's Q2 2025 Financial Performance Report, covering the period through June 30, 2025, shows Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) passenger volume running 1.6% above the same period in 2024, with approximately 53.1 million passengers projected for the full year. Portwide operating revenues came in $1.2 million above budget while operating expenses ran $12.8 million below budget, resulting in a net operating income before depreciation of $14.0 million above budget. The report covers financial results across the Aviation, Maritime, Economic Development, and Central Services divisions. -
2025-06-30
Port Of Seattle Q2 2025 financial performance report
The Port of Seattle’s Q2 2025 Financial Performance Report covers financial results through June 30, 2025, including portwide, aviation, maritime, economic development, and central services divisions. Total operating revenues were $1.2M above budget while operating expenses were $12.8M below budget, resulting in net operating income before depreciation of $14.0M above budget. The report also includes