WA System Plan Chapter 3

Washington Aviation System Plan, July 1, 2009 Page 73 CHAPTER 3: STATEWIDE ACTIVITY Introduction Washington’s aviation system accommodates significant levels of commercial airline, commercial air cargo and general aviation activity. Over 17 million scheduled passengers currently land at Washington airports every year, and more than 600,000 tons of air cargo flow through the state’s airports annually. There are over 8,000 general aviation aircraft based in the state, including piston-powered airplanes, multi-engine turboprops, business jets, helicopters, and experimental and light sport aircraft. Swift air transportation of people and goods facilitates commerce, and air cargo operations are essential to many businesses and industries across the state. Aviation contributes to Washington’s economy directly and indirectly. Airports provide jobs, generate revenue, and foster commerce. A 2001 economic impact study estimated that Washington’s commercial and general aviation airports directly generated 171,000 jobs and $18.5 billion in sales output. Continued growth in aviation demand is expected in Washington State over the next 25 years, as the state’s population and economy continue to grow steadily. Historically, socio-economic growth has resulted in increased aviation activity for business, freight, emergency access, public safety and recreation. Significant growth in population, as well as personal income and employment, is expected in Washington over the next 25 years. The population in Washington has doubled in the last 30 years and is expected to increase an additional 2.5 million between 2005 and 2030. Washington’s population was 6.3 million in 2005, ranking 14th in the nation. By 2030, the population will have grown to…

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