Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Large HubSeaTac, WA · SEA
Recent News
Updated Mar 29, 2026Port of Seattle officials said on March 26 that TSA officers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport have missed multiple paychecks but maintained security operations without disruption. Community response has contributed nearly $65,000 in donated goods including food, household items, and gift cards, while online fundraising raised tens of thousands more.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport continues to move passengers through security swiftly despite nationwide delays from the government shutdown. SEA added new security checkpoint lanes with a brand new Checkpoint 1 in 2025 and redesigned Checkpoint 6. TSA workers continue to show up despite not getting paid, though community fundraisers have raised over $100,000 to support them.
Port of Seattle Executive Director announced that Wendy Reiter has been selected as the new Managing Director of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, effective January 7, 2026. The Commission authorized the Aviation Division 2026-2030 capital plan at $3.75 billion, with $847 million in spending expected in 2026.
Several new international and domestic nonstop flights are set to launch from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in 2026. New routes include Rome, London, Barcelona, Hong Kong, Reykjavik, Tulsa, and Eureka, expanding travel options for passengers departing the region.
Airport Profile
Key Financial Data (FY 2025)
Enplaned Passengers (FAA CATS)
Cost per Enplanement (CPE)
Revenue
Expense
Ratemaking Overview
Settlement & True-Up
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Extraordinary Coverage Protection (ECP)
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Landing Fee Methodology
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Terminal Rental Rate
Terminal Area Expenses / Gross Terminal Space with space category weighting
Common Use & Gate Allocation
Additional Bonds Test
Port may issue additional Intermediate Lien Parity Bonds if not in default and either: (i) Port certificate showing Available Intermediate Lien Revenues as First Adjusted during Base Period were at least 110% of Annual Debt Service for each year of the Certificate Period (covers existing and proposed bonds), OR (ii) Consultant certificate projecting same 110% coverage. If Debt Service Offsets used, must be irrevocably pledged for Certificate Period. Certificate Period = year of issuance through third full fiscal year after earlier of (a) Date of Commercial Operation or (b) no more capitalized interest. No certificate required for certain refundings meeting specified criteria or completion bonds ≤15% of prior issuance.
Rate Covenant
The Port covenants to set rates sufficient to yield: (i) Available Intermediate Lien Revenues as First Adjusted at least equal to 110% of the Amount Due, AND (ii) Available Intermediate Lien Revenues as Second Adjusted at least equal to 125% of the Amount Due. These are separate, non-cumulative calculations. Amount Due = (a) Scheduled Debt Service, plus (b) deposits to Intermediate Lien Reserve Account, plus (c) amounts due to Credit/Liquidity Facility Issuers, excluding refunding debt, capitalized interest, and Intermediate Lien Debt Service Offsets.
Flow of Funds
First: O&M not paid from other sources (CFC, Tax Levy). Second: First Lien Bond debt service. Third: First Lien reserve accounts (Common Reserve Fund). Fourth: Other prior lien bonds (junior to First Lien, senior to Intermediate). Fifth: Intermediate Lien Parity Bond debt service and Net Payments on derivative products. Sixth: Intermediate Lien Reserve Account. Seventh: Reserved Lien Revenue Bonds. Eighth: Reserved Lien reserves. Ninth: Subordinate Lien Parity Bond debt service. Tenth: Subordinate reserves. Eleventh: Repair & Renewal Fund. Twelfth: Redemption/purchase of bonds or other lawful purposes. Nonscheduled derivative payments payable after Sixth.
Source Documents
Official Statements
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Source: FAA CATS Form 5100-127, DOT T-100 Market Data, Airport Official Statements · Hub classification: FAA CY 2024 Enplanement Data · Prepared by DWU Consulting