An airline employee conducted an unauthorized takeoff without passengers at Sea-Tac; aircraft has crashed in south Puget Sound. Normal operations at Sea-Tac Airport have resumed.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport welcomes anyone traveling to Washington state for access to safe abortion care. We are here for you and you are safe at SEA.
@AmericanAnthro
@BTS_twt
We understand anthropology is the study of what makes us human and we believe BTS makes us human so, we'll see what we can do - BL
UPDATE: Another runway (16R) is now open… that makes 2 (of 3)! Airlines are working hard to get their aircrafts out safely. We appreciate all the teams assisting in these difficult conditions. As always, check with your airline before heading to the airport.
SEA runways are currently closed indefinitely as we continue to work to de-ice the surfaces. Safety is our priority before we can reopen the runways. Check with your airline for further updates on your specific flight. 5:10am
Thanks to an amazing team of professionals, Sea-Tac Airport has been operating through the storm. Runways are clear. Take extra time and use public transportation if possible. Expect delays so pack some patience.
#seattlesnowmageddon
SEA is one of the first international airports to install a Little Free Library! Yes, the same ones you’ve seen in your neighborhood. Literacy and access to books is important to us, so we wanted to provide travelers access to free and diverse books.
Join us in welcoming back
@emirates
to SEA! 👋
The four times a week Dubai-Seattle service aboard Boeing 777-200LR aircraft returned earlier this month. It’s the longest-distance route currently operating at SEA. Enjoy this snowy shot from
@ishaviation
.
“I don’t wanna keep secrets just to keep you.” 🎵 Yesterday was the busiest day 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 at SEA. In total, 73,651 passengers went through TSA Screening and an estimated >198K departing, connecting and arriving passengers went through the airport.
We’ve handed out more than 700 blankets to guests who have had long stays in the terminal waiting for a postponed flight. We’re prepared to distribute more to travelers overnighting at SEA.
We continue to keep the runway (16L) and adjoining taxiways clear as our snow crews de-ice and keep things safe. We've seen some action as airline operations trickle in and out. We will work on more runways as the weather warms and improves. Please check with airlines!
Over the weekend, we had a very special SEA visitor.😁
It was the first-ever direct flight from Mongolia to the U.S. and it was delivering 60,000 pieces of personal protective equipment to FEMA for distribution to Nevada and Arizona.
Sorry for the interruption tonight. ⚠️ The lower arrivals drive is closed right now as there is a semi truck stuck there. Tip-don’t drive a semi on the airport drive. It can’t go under the skybridges. We’re in the process of getting it backed out so we can reopen the drive soon.
Surprise visitor!
@VirginAtlantic
has switched aircraft from its London-Seattle route and will be flying the A340-600 for the upcoming weeks. Did you know that Sea-Tac Airport hasn’t had scheduled A340 flights since 2010?
#Avgeeks
enjoy!
Something you don’t see often, but part of the routine for
@SeafairFestival
@BlueAngels
practice and show times this week. SEA flights are taking a left turn to the west to avoid the airspace where the Blue Angels are flying. Everyone works together for safe flying!
@FAANews
Anti-icing and snow removal is ongoing on runways, taxiways and the ramp areas. Each airline is responsible for de-icing its aircraft. The average flight delay is about an hour at this time. No delays at the TSA checkpoints. Check with your airline on delays or cancellations.
It’s good to see another familiar face back at SEA. 😊
Join us in welcoming the return of
@JAL_Official_jp
, and the resumption of their service from SEA to Tokyo-Narita (NRT) three times a week via Boeing 787-8 aircraft. ✈️
Photo:
@jet_city_shuttergeek
We’ve got a fun little mystery. 🕵🏻♀️ Our contractor doing construction on D Concourse ran across a kid’s painting in the wall dating back to 1992. Help us solve it! Were you in this class? Did you help draw it? Reply below with your knowledge or 📧 SEAsocial
@portseattle
.org
Looks like Mount Rainier wanted to check in on the construction status of our new International Arrivals Facility.
Both of them are looking real nice! 👌🏽
One runway (16L) is now open after being de-iced. Limited operations will continue to be weather dependent as safety is always our main priority. Travelers should continue to monitor their flights and stay in touch with your airlines. 6:57am
We have a visitor! A
@Qantas
747-400 from Sydney to Vancouver, BC (QF75) diverted to SEA due to weather at original destination. 👋Welcome to Seattle mate!
Come on
#Barbie
let's go potty 🚽
This Barbie just arrived 🛬 and is checking out the new all gender restrooms at SEA Airport before meeting up with her friend, 👋 Barbie, at the City of
@SeaTacWA
Welcome to Seattle,
@AsianaAirlines
A350! This is the first scheduled A350 to arrive at Sea-Tac Airport. The A350 is fuel efficient, built with next-generation technology and has a unique winglet design. What do you love about this aircraft?
Busy day at Sea-Tac! Travelers are trying to get out of town before
#SeattleSnowpocalypse
hits! 🥶Please get here early! Arrive 2️⃣ hours before a domestic flight, 3️⃣ hours for an international flight.
#Snowmageddon
@kaitlynbristowe
Oh no, we’re so sorry to hear this, Kaitlyn!! Do you remember which area in the airport you were in? I can let our team know ASAP. We might not get the group date rose today but we’ll be patient and wait til the rose ceremony 🌹 Wishing your pup well! -Grant
Don’t worry, we’re here to keep things clear all night! What to do if you have travel plans: Check with your airline for specific flight info including delays, arrive early, and pack your patience. How to stay up to date:
A big thanks to all our SEA employees and federal, state, and local partners who worked to make the
@potus
arrival seamless 👍🇺🇸
#airforce1
📸: Derek Edamura / Port of Seattle
Today’s the day. 🎉 Meet our modern welcome to the world—our new International Arrivals Facility! The IAF, made up of the pedestrian walkway, secure corridor, and Grand Hall, is the most complex capital project in
@PortofSeattle
history.
#WelcomeIAF
Showin’ some love for our Southern Resident orca friends during
#OrcaAwarenessMonth
. 💙 Find out what you can do to protect these PNW killer whales →
Photo: @ planeclicker_
We don’t often see a white airfield, but when we do, we keep it clear! ❄️
Our airport employees are continuing to clear snow from the runway, taxiways, and gates. Remember to check with your airline for specific flight information.
#wasnow
#wawx
It’s a milestone day at Sea-Tac Airport! 🥳 We opened 5⃣ new gates today as the first of several milestones in the expansion phase of the North Satellite Modernization Project. 🎉
Excited to welcome
@qatarairways
to SEA! Today’s inaugural flight launches 4 weekly services from SEA to
@HIAQatar
in Doha. Pax throughout western North America will be able to connect in Seattle on
@AlaskaAir
, soon-to-be-oneworld partner of Qatar Airways.
This feathered friend is now safely out of harm’s way! We trap birds of prey like this barred owl on the airfield and safely relocate them to Skagit County. This little guy was released to the Skagit Valley flats on May 10.
We’re unleashing the Kraken at SEA on Oct. 22-23, with banners hung throughout the airport to celebrate our hometown team’s inaugural season. Wear your finest
@SeattleKraken
gear and share your photos and videos using
#SEAWhatsKraken
.
It’s time to get Kraken! Looking good
@AlaskaAir
. SEA What’s Kraken at the airport on Oct. 22 and 23 as our newest team, the
@SeattleKraken
, takes the ice in its first home game →
Photos: Alaska Airlines
She’s baaaack! 🤩 The arrival of
@VirginAtlantic
's ‘Birthday girl’ earlier this month marked the airline’s return to SEA! Join us in welcoming back their service to London-Heathrow, operating five times weekly.
Video: @ ishaviation
With the help of
@ClarkBuilds
workers, our Wildlife Biologist captured this barn owl last week who snuck inside the IAF Pedestrian Walkway. It's been safely relocated to Skagit Co as part of our Wildlife Management Prgm. And the hole he came in has been closed. 👏
We’re back! Less than a year after welcoming
@AirTahitiNuiUS
's non-stop service to Tahiti, we’re excited to launch the airline’s inaugural service from SEA to Paris. The new year-round, twice weekly flight uses a Boeing 787-9 Tahitian Dreamliner aircraft.
Snow is falling…and sticking, and we’re working hard to keep the airport running. We’re currently clearing the runways and taxiways to help keep you on your way. Check with your airline for specific flight info including delays, and remember to arrive slowly, safely and early.
Runways are open, bare and wet, but our team is preparing for snow again later today. Please check with your airline before coming to the airport, they'll have the latest flight information and status. Take it easy and again please pack some patience.
#seattlesnowmageddon2019
Uhhh....we know you’re out there airfield. Come back to us! Sorry travelers for the inconvenience today. Safety is our top priority. We’re all working to get you on your way as soon as it’s safe to do so.
We’re excited to welcome back
@Icelandair
and their Seattle-Reykjavik service. They restarted weekly service at SEA in May but will be increasing the frequency in June. Enjoy these
#ThrowbackThursday
photos from their inaugural flight in July 2009.
Your 2018 WNBA Champions are back! Congrats to the
@seattlestorm
who arrived at Sea-Tac this morning with a proud win and its third championship in franchise history.
#WeRepS3ATTLE
Dublin was the largest European destination without direct service from Seattle and will now be served by an Airbus 330-200 four times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday).
You can really *SEA* the future of air travel with
@boeing
777-9's folding wingtip design. Today's demonstration at the S Concourse was great as we prepare for the innovative planes of the future and Upgrade SEA with projects like the S Concourse Evolution.
@BTSxSasha
@BTS_twt
The current hours reflect our high traffic times to ease TSA wait times. Right now we are keeping it as is, but of course you can use it if BTS ever graces us! - BL
Runways are open and our team is preparing for the upcoming weather. Please check with your airline before coming to the airport and allow extra time to get to the airport. Your patience is appreciated. Our team is doing their best to get you home and to your destination.
🌨️ Snow is in the forecast, and our team is ready to roll—literally! That means removing snow and ice from the airfield and runways and plowing and de-icing the parking garages.
Brrrrr! Runways and taxiways are clear and open this morning. Some pre-cancellations already set, so check with your airline concerning your specific flight. Be careful out there as we are expecting more later today. 🥶
It’s cherry harvest season at SEA. 🍒 This July, we’ll see 152 cargo freighters primarily focused on WA cherries. They are the largest air export agricultural commodity out of SEA. Just another day in cherry cargo paradise. ☺️