
International hub · Seattle, United States
Seattle Tacoma International
- Elevation
- 433 ft
- Coordinates
- 47°27′N 122°19′W
- Local time
- America/Los Angeles
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Field information
KSEA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Seattle Tacoma International (KSEA/SEA) has 3 runways; the longest, 16L/34R, is 11,901 ft (3,627 m) of asphalt/concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as ARFF index E. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at KSEA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Los Angeles
Country
United States
US
Municipality
Seattle
Elevation
433 ft
Position
47.4479, -122.3103
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
ARFF index E
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · KSEA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 11,901 ft (3,627 m) | 150 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
| 16C/34C | 9,426 ft (2,873 m) | 150 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
| 16R/34L | 8,500 ft (2,591 m) | 150 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at KSEA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Seattle Tacoma International (KSEA / SEA) in Seattle, United States of America, through one 24/7 OCC desk. KSEA is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at KSEA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United States of America
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United States of America. Applicable permit lead times for United States of America are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United States of America are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at KSEA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at KSEA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at KSEA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at KSEA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to KSEA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for KSEA: 47° 26′ 53″ N 122° 18′ 37″ W; elevation 433 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Seattle
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Seattle. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at KSEA.
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Cargo Operations at KSEA
Support for freighter operations into KSEA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where KSEA sits in the network
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Operating into KSEA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Seattle Tacoma International — one desk for the whole trip.