A 2013 Port of Seattle staff briefing outlines the growing strain on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's international arrivals facilities, noting a 59% increase in passengers requiring federal inspection since 2004 and severe mid-day congestion. To support the Port's goal of doubling international flights over 25 years, staff proposed building a new International Arrivals Facility estimated to cost between $250 million and $400 million. The document details capacity problems, economic benefits of international flights, and requests Commission authorization to begin project planning and funding.Open full document
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A Port of Seattle staff briefing to the CEO updating on planning for a new International Arrivals Facility (IAF) at Sea-Tac Airport, estimated to cost $250–$400 million. The document outlines the 59% growth in international passenger activity requiring FIS clearance since 2004, the mid-day peaking problem straining existing South Satellite facilities, and the Port’s Century Agenda objectives to double international flights and destinations over 25 years. Staff planned to request initial project funding and alternative project delivery authorization at the July 23, 2013 Commission meeting.