OLYMPIA – The Commercial Aviation Work Group—created by the Legislature last year—will host its first public meeting beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, July 11, at the Capital Event Center in Tumwater.
The group will evaluate the long-range commercial aviation and transportation needs of the state, including alternatives for additional aviation capacity and expanding the use of existing airports and multimodal opportunities.
“This work group will focus on the use of new technology, environmental stewardship and resiliency in aviation,” said WSDOT Aviation Director Ann Richart. “Its members will be instrumental in considering how aviation can contribute to livable communities in Washington, particularly in western Washington.”
Public comment will be available 9:30–9:50 a.m., either in person or online. The public may also comment by filling out the group’s contact form. Public comments will only be logged from the comment box.
The public is encouraged to subscribe to the group’s email updates.
Aviation Work Group in-person/online meeting details
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Thursday, July 11
Where: Capital Event Center, 6005 Tyee Dr SW, Tumwater, WA 98512. Parking is free and does not require a permit.
Participants may also attend the meeting online. The meeting link will be available on the Commercial Aviation Work Group website prior to the meeting.
There will also be a live stream from TVW.
Details: Members of the public who wish to provide public comment should note the following:
- Comments are accepted anytime. For comments to be considered, they must be submitted through the contact form.
- Comments will be accepted in person and online during the meeting. There will be 20 minutes on the agenda for public comment. Meeting facilitators will accept comments from participants online and in person. Each commenter will be allowed no more than two minutes to provide input.
Free, temporary internet access is available for those who do not have broadband service in locations throughout the state. To find the nearest access, visit the Drive-In WiFi Hotspot list.
Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission
The Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission was the previous group who researched locations to meet the forecast demand for commercial passenger service, air cargo, and general aviation. Its final meeting last year focused on providing a solid foundation of information to be used by the Commercial Aviation Work Group. The commission released its final report June 15, 2023.