Passengers 'get creative' at SEA Airport due to ongoing gov't shutdown

Travelers are facing a third day of flight cuts across the U.S. as the government shutdown continues. The Federal Aviation Administration mandated airlines to cut down on 4% of their flights at 40 major airports in the country. 

Seattle airport passengers experience delays, cancellations

People heading to and from Sea-Tac Airport may want to check their flight status as dozens of cancellations and delays tick up amid increased disruptions caused by the federal government shutdown.

SEA Airport to be impacted by FAA cutting air traffic by 10%
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Seattle-Tacoma International is one of 40 US airports that will be forced to cut air traffic by 10% on Friday if the federal government remains shut down.

US airspace may close amid Gov. shutdown; Port of Seattle community steps up
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The White House may close some airspace as the government shutdown causes an air traffic controller shortage across the country. Here’s how communities in Washington state are stepping up to help keep operations running smoothly at Sea-Tac Airport.

Seattle airport hosts food drives for federal workers

As we enter the 35th day of the government shutdown, federal workers—including those TSA and air traffic control employees at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport–are feeling the pinch.

Gov't shutdown: Air traffic control union shows up to Sea-Tac Airport
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Air traffic controllers are about to miss their first paycheck due to the government shutdown. Their union is sending out teams to airports across the U.S. to remind and educate people of the current situation for these workers, including forced overtime and long shifts. Seattle's Sea-Tac International Airport is one of those places.

Authorities investigating ‘Uber scam’ at SEA Airport after viral Reddit post

Port of Seattle officials are investigating a possible rideshare scam at Sea-Tac Airport after a viral Reddit post described a frightening encounter with a man posing as an Uber driver.

Passenger says fake Uber driver tried to extort money after Sea-Tac pickup
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Port of Seattle officials are investigating a possible rideshare scam at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a viral Reddit post described a frightening encounter with a man posing as an Uber driver.

Alaska Airlines resumes operations
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Alaska Airlines lifted a system-wide ground stop for all Alaska and Horizon Air flights after an IT outage, causing hundreds of delays and cancellations.

Alaska Airlines lifts ground stop after IT outage, SEA Airport flights affected

Alaska Airlines lifted a system-wide ground stop for all Alaska and Horizon Air flights after an IT outage, causing hundreds of delays and cancellations.

SEA Airport plans new terminal, major improvements after FAA review

The FAA approved plans for SEA Airport’s expansion, including a new 19-gate terminal, automated people mover, and other upgrades by 2032.

SEA Airport won't play Homeland Security video blaming Democrats for shutdown

As blame over the government shutdown continues, Sea-Tac Airport says it won’t play a new video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

New fallen soldier cart unveiled at SEA Airport
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Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have unveiled a new custom-designed fallen soldier cart at Sea-Tac Airport. Built by airline employees, the cart is the 18th of its kind in the U.S. and will be used to transport fallen service members with dignity and respect.

20-year-old fugitive arrested after escaping custody at SEA Airport

A prisoner who escaped custody while being transported through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was tracked down and arrested by authorities Wednesday.

SEA Airport upgrades TSA checkpoints as part of terminal renovation

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is upgrading its TSA checkpoints and is encouraging travelers to plan ahead before arriving.