http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/aviation/news/ Copyright WSDOT 2008. All rights reserved. bertraj@wsdot.wa.gov (Jeremy Bertrand) Washington State Department of Transportation Tue, 21 May 2013 19:01:52 GMT 15 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/aviation/news/ Sat, 06 Apr 2013 04:36:12 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/04/05_newaviationhire.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/04/05_newaviationhire.htm Tom Curran is joining the Washington State Department of Transportation’s aviation team as the program manager for the upcoming Airport Investment Study. Sat, 16 Mar 2013 06:07:42 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/03/15_newgrantassurances.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/03/15_newgrantassurances.htm Recently adopted airport grant rules will help protect public investment and ensure airports receiving state and federal grants maintain and operate facilities safely, efficiently. The Washington State Department of Transportation adopted the new grant assurances following a public hearing March 13. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 06:53:23 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/03/10_towerclosures.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/03/10_towerclosures.htm In a recent letter to the FAA, WSDOT urged the agency to implement measures to stop airport tower closures. Possible closures are a result of federal budget sequestration that went into effect March 1. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:11:07 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/02/Methowbeaconmodification.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/02/Methowbeaconmodification.htm A pilot-activated landing beacon at the Methow Valley airport is the solution WSDOT is seeking from the FAA Sat, 23 Feb 2013 00:27:51 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/02/22_AirportStudy.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/02/22_AirportStudy.htm An airport investment study, once in the legislative arena, has moved to an agency-initiated study. The Washington State Department of Transportation will spearhead the study, which will evaluate the need for preservation and safety projects at the state’s public-use airports. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:44:23 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/01/30_SCIPwebtool.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2013/01/30_SCIPwebtool.htm Airport managers and decision makers are receiving a helping hand when navigating through the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP), a planning process that helps target limited state and federal funds to the state’s most critical airport investment needs. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:15:06 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/12/18_aviationGovbudget.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/12/18_aviationGovbudget.htm OLYMPIA - Aviation got a boost when Gov. Chris Gregoire announced the state’s proposed 2013-2015 budget, which includes two important aviation components: an airport investment study and an additional $1.5 million for the state’s Airport Aid Grant program. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 02:54:17 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/12/12_MapAppPublicComment.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/12/12_MapAppPublicComment.htm OLYMPIA – Aviation stakeholders, local jurisdictions, agencies and citizens are encouraged to test the features and functions of a new, Web-based Airport Mapping Application. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 06:21:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/19_Methowbeaconcomments.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/19_Methowbeaconcomments.htm After receiving more than 400 comments on the rotating navigational beacon at the Methow Valley State Airport, the Washington State Department of Transportation will request that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) allow the beacon to be pilot-controlled. The FAA typically requires rotating beacons to operate from dusk to dawn at federally-funded, lighted airports, such as Methow. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 06:01:23 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/30_commentMethowbeacon.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/30_commentMethowbeacon.htm WINTHROP – Methow residents are invited to comment on the upcoming navigation beacon testing at the Methow Valley State Airport. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 06:49:41 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/25_Methowbeacon.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/25_Methowbeacon.htm WINTHROP – Crews will test the rotating navigational beacon at the Methow Valley State Airport 6:30-8 p.m. nightly Nov. 5-7 with additional testing possible on Nov. 8. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 02:31:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/24_AviationEconomicImpactCalc.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/24_AviationEconomicImpactCalc.htm A new online tool will help decision makers at the state’s airports make more strategic investment choices to support local communities and the state’s economy. Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:38:16 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/05_SCIPworkshops.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/10/05_SCIPworkshops.htm ARLINGTON - Two down, four more to go. Washington airport managers are invited to attend any of the four remaining State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) workshops. Sat, 15 Sep 2012 06:21:05 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/WildfireTFRs.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/WildfireTFRs.htm ARLINGTON – As wildfires continue to blaze in central Washington, pilots are reminded to check for temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) associated with firefighting activity. Tue, 11 Sep 2012 02:17:19 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/SCIPworkshops.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/SCIPworkshops.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation invites the state’s airports to learn more about the new State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) at six workshops in October. The SCIP will tackle the challenge of targeting state and federal resources in a more strategic way by better identifying and prioritizing airport projects. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 07:07:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/newcapitalplanner.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/09/newcapitalplanner.htm John MacArthur joins the Washington State Department of Transportation’s aviation division as the Statewide Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) coordinator. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 04:28:39 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/2012AirportAidGrants.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/2012AirportAidGrants.htm ARLINGTON – Takeoffs and landings will be smoother and safer thanks to nearly $1 million in state grants recently awarded to 23 Washington airports. Sat, 18 Aug 2012 05:03:31 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/2012airportpavementstudy.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/2012airportpavementstudy.htm The 2012 Washington Airport Pavement Management Study will examine pavements at 95 public-use airports to determine their current condition and reduce future repair costs. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 22:53:19 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/Aveychangesownership.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/08/Aveychangesownership.htm LAURIER – Formerly a state-managed airport, Avey Field in northeast Washington will now be managed by its private owners, Howard and Elaine Slagle. Fri, 27 Jul 2012 03:57:59 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/07/aviationseniorplanner.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/07/aviationseniorplanner.htm Robert Hodgman was recently named the new aviation senior planner for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Tue, 19 Jun 2012 06:18:06 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/06/AviationAppreciationJune.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/06/AviationAppreciationJune.htm General aviation - from recreational to business to emergency medical flying - recently got a boost, when Gov. Chris Gregoire declared June “General Aviation Appreciation Month” in Washington. Thu, 14 Jun 2012 05:11:25 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/06/Aviationstaffing.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/06/Aviationstaffing.htm ARLINGTON – John Shambaugh, WSDOT senior aviation planner, was selected to assist WSDOT’s Northwest Region with transportation planning projects. Effective June 13, John will work from the WSDOT Mount Baker office at 1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101, Burlington, WA 98223. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:33:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/04/26_AviationEconomicBenefits.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/04/26_AviationEconomicBenefits.htm Washington’s 135 public airports are continuing to help local economies take flight, generating thousands of jobs and millions of dollars for cities and counties throughout the state. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:29:37 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/04/09_NewAviationCapitalImprovProjPlanner.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/04/09_NewAviationCapitalImprovProjPlanner.htm Wed, 14 Mar 2012 05:44:16 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/13_copalisopen.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/13_copalisopen.htm Copalis Beach State Airport reopened today, Tuesday, March 13, as crews completed maintenance work, installing new navigation and safety aids, and improved airport information signs. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:46:50 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/CopalisOverflight.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/CopalisOverflight.htm COPALIS – Pilots and passengers traveling to Copalis Beach State Airport should be aware of future regulations and procedures for flying over the wildlife refuge area located northwest of the airport. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:23:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/CopalisClosedMarch13.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/03/CopalisClosedMarch13.htm COPALIS – Pilots and passengers should prepare for temporary runway closures at the Copalis Beach State Airport as maintenance crews install new navigation and safety aids and improved airport information signs. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:59:07 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/01/AirportGrants_0112.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2012/01/AirportGrants_0112.htm ARLINGTON – Airport sponsors interested in receiving state funding for airport improvements can now submit applications for the last round of state Airport Aid grants this biennium. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:00:28 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/11/SnakeRiverAirportsOpen.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/11/SnakeRiverAirportsOpen.htm Washington State Department of Transportation announced earlier this week that the Lower Monumental, Lower Granite and Little Goose airports along the Snake River in Walla Walla, Whitman and Spokane counties, will remain open year-round. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 06:52:37 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/10/Nov1aviationadvisory.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/10/Nov1aviationadvisory.htm SEATTLE - The advisory committee for the Aviation Economic Impact Study will meet for the fourth and final time on Tuesday, Nov. 1, in Seattle. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 06:05:44 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/10/Methowrunwayclosures11_10.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/10/Methowrunwayclosures11_10.htm Pilots and passengers should prepare for a series of runway closures at Methow Valley State Airport as crews begin construction of several projects to improve safety at the airport. The first runway closure at Methow is scheduled from 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 17, through 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:36:34 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/09/AdvisoryAEISSept27.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/09/AdvisoryAEISSept27.htm SPOKANE - The advisory committee for the Aviation Economic Impact Study will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 27 in Spokane to discuss the project’s progress and milestones. Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:30:52 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/06/NewAviationDirector.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/06/NewAviationDirector.htm OLYMPIA – A veteran of aviation, Tristan Atkins was named director of the Aviation Division at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Fri, 13 May 2011 23:42:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/05/MethowMay24.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/05/MethowMay24.htm Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation invites the public to a meeting to discuss the upcoming Methow Valley State Airport 2011 Airport Improvements Project. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 06:19:08 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/04/AviationEmergencyServices.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/04/AviationEmergencyServices.htm The goal is to provide a seamless, coordinated emergency response. To do that, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) combined its Aviation Emergency Services with its Office of Emergency Management. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 02:35:50 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/03/NextRoundAirportGrants.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/03/NextRoundAirportGrants.htm ARLINGTON – Airport sponsors interested in receiving state funding for airport improvements can now apply for the first round of WSDOT Airport Aid Grants for the 2011-2013 biennium. Applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 pm on May 6, 2011. Applicants are encouraged to submit application packets before the deadline. Eligible projects must begin after July 1, 2011. Fri, 18 Mar 2011 02:21:59 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/03/AEISCommPlan.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/03/AEISCommPlan.htm The public is invited to provide feedback on the draft communication plan for the statewide Aviation Economic Impact Study. The 15 day public comment period extends from March 18 to April 7. Fri, 18 Feb 2011 08:18:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/02/TFRs.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/02/TFRs.htm Pilots are reminded to check Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) over the Portland area on Friday, February 18. Pilots are advised to call the Flight Service Station at 1-800-WX-BRIEF. Tue, 15 Feb 2011 02:01:41 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/02/14_measuringEconValueAirports.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/02/14_measuringEconValueAirports.htm Measuring the economic value of airports in Washington state Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:57:33 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/01/Updatedlanduseguidelines.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/01/Updatedlanduseguidelines.htm Airports, local jurisdictions and decision-makers now have access to an updated tool to aid in land-use-compatibility planning near airports. Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:55:03 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/01/NewActingAviationDirector.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2011/01/NewActingAviationDirector.htm John Shambaugh will serve as the new Acting Director for WSDOT Aviation, beginning Feb. 4, 2010. Shambaugh steps into the position vacated by John Sibold, who has spent the past eight years as the Aviation Director.