The Port of Seattle owns and operates Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, commonly known as Sea-Tac Airport.
Sea-Tac Airport is a major transportation hub for the Pacific Northwest, and its ownership by the Port of Seattle ensures that it is managed in the best interests of the region. The Port of Seattle is a public corporation that oversees various maritime and aviation facilities in the Seattle area.
The Port's responsibilities for Sea-Tac include:
- Operations: Overseeing the day-to-day running of the airport.
- Maintenance: Ensuring the airport's infrastructure is well-maintained.
- Development: Planning and implementing expansions and improvements to meet future needs.
- Sustainability: Working towards environmental sustainability goals for the airport. The airport is currently developing a Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) to address growth over the next 5, 10, 15, and 20 years.
Because the Port of Seattle is a public entity, it is accountable to the citizens of the region. The management structure ensures that Sea-Tac Airport operates effectively and serves the needs of the community.
