Seattle Now How Sea-Tac Airport is combating chaos with construction
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Jan 14, 2026 Join Seattle Times business reporter Lauren Rosenblatt, who specializes in airport developments, as she dives into the crucial upgrades happening at Sea-Tac Airport. Lauren highlights the challenges of overcrowding, from long TSA lines to cramped facilities, and shares details about the ambitious Sustainable Airport Master Plan. Discover plans for a second terminal, the incredible Sea Concourse renovation, and how these developments intersect with the upcoming World Cup. Plus, explore community concerns about noise and pollution amid this expansion!
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Overcrowding Is The Core Problem
- SeaTac's core issue is overcrowding driven by regional growth and rising travel demand.
- Travelers report difficulty moving through security and concourses, reflecting aged facilities and capacity limits.
Two-Tier Project Strategy
- The Port split work into long-term and short-term project buckets to manage growth and immediate needs.
- Upgrade C groups 100+ projects and targets curb-to-gate improvements before major events like the World Cup.
Sea Concourse Gets Dramatic Remodel
- The Sea Concourse will gain four new floors, a hemlock 'tree' with bleacher seating, a stage, and an outdoor tarmac viewing platform.
- A tour noted the viewing area currently smells like jet fuel, illustrating real trade-offs for new amenities.