Update
In early 2023, KCIA began a process to update Airport Rules and Regulations and Airport Minimum Standards documents consistent with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and guidance. These documents enhance the overall operation, management, and administration of the Airport and help to ensure the safety of airport tenants and users. KCIA hired Aviation Management Consulting Group (AMCG) to update KCIA’s existing documents in compliance with federal, state, and county regulations. The project team has reached a final draft of the Airport Rules and Regulations and Airport Minimum Standards updates and these documents are available for Airport Tenant and community member review.
Key revisions made to these documents include the following topics:
Rules and Regulations
- Policy statement and authority
- Self-service and prohibited activities
- Variance and rejection policy
- Facility maintenance and storage
- Aircraft maintenance in hangars
- Non-commercial flying club
- Access, badging, escorting
Minimum Standards
- Policy statement and exclusive rights
- Agreements and amendments
- Commercial Operator Permit requirements
- Leased premises and security
- Personnel and hours of operation
- Licenses and certifications
- Independent operators
We invite you to learn more about the updates made to these documents and share your feedback through the following formats:
- View the updated Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards documents and share feedback at the bottom of this page.
- Email the project team at KCIACommunityOutreach@kingcounty.gov.
- Attend one of our virtual Airport Tenant and Community meetings on March 12, 2024. Registration information is listed below.
Airport Tenant and Community Engagement
On March 9, 2023, KCIA and AMCG held two meetings to inform interested Airport tenants and community members about the project, to share a timeline for reviewing and updating Airport Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards, and to share questions and comments with the project team. Meetings were held in person and online. A recording of the online meeting is available to view here.
KCIA is hosting a second round of Airport Tenant and Community Meetings on March 12, 2024. The presentation will be the same at both meetings. Please register below to meet with the project team, learn about key revisions made on these documents, and share your comments and feedback. Meetings will be recorded and available online following the events.
What: Airport Tenant and Community Member Meeting
When: March 12, 2024
- Afternoon meeting: March 12, 12-1 p.m. | Click here to register
- Evening meeting: March 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Click here to register
To request a language interpreter or American Sign Language at the meetings, please contact us at KCIACommunityOutreach@kingcounty.gov
Background
King County International Airport (KCIA) is owned and operated by King County. KCIA is subject to Federal obligations between the County and the FAA. To maintain these obligations, KCIA has revised and updated the Airport Rules and Regulations and Airport Minimum Standards documents. These documents enhance the overall operation, management, and administration of the Airport by:
- Protecting the safety of Airport tenants and users;
- Fostering development and redevelopment of existing Airport property;
- Promoting quality aeronautical products, services, and facilities;
- Reducing the potential for conflict with Airport tenants and users; and
- Providing a platform for resolution of complaints.
The Airport Rules and Regulations and Airport Minimum Standards need to be consistent with FAA Airport Sponsor Assurances, policies, and directives and applicable legal requirements established by the State of Washington Department of Transportation Aviation Division (WSDOT Aviation), the County, and other regulatory agencies.
Relevant FAA guidance can be found at the following links:
- Grant Assurances (link): specifically Grant Assurances #19 Operation and Maintenance, #22 Economic Nondiscrimination, #23 Exclusive Rights, and #30 Civil Rights.
- Advisory Circular 150/5190-6 Exclusive Rights at Federally Obligated Airports (link)
- Advisory Circular 150/5190-8 Minimum Standards for Commercial Aeronautical Activities (link)
- Order 5190.6B Change 2 Airport Compliance Manual (link)
Relevant Airport materials:
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