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Airport News (September 3 - September 10)
- CLEAR eGates - SEA will have one of the first eGates in the country at TSA Checkpoint 1, available for public use on September 4
- Skittles Remix Vending Machine - Is now available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the Central Terminal near Planewear and Checkpoint 4
- September Live Music Schedule - Check out the lineup of live musicians at SEA airport!
- Childcare for SEA Airport Employees - SEA Airport workers and families can attend a free childcare workshop. Learn how to find quality childcare, financial assistance options, and local resources.
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- Roadway Improvements (Widen Arrivals Roadway)
- There will be lane closures on the Arrivals Drive overnight between midnight to 8:30 a.m. starting Monday, Sept. 8 through Sept. 13
- C Concourse Expansion
- Starting next week, the construction wall along the entrance to C Concourse will be moved to accommodate replacement of terrazzo flooring. The construction barricade at the future Hudson Non-Stop concession will be condensed, and Seattle Chocolate will not display in the main corridor while this work is being done.
- The C94 transfer belt (at Gate C3) will be closed for permanent removal starting Sept. 8. Airlines will have to use other transfer points until future input location is opened at Gate D1
- S Concourse Evolution
- Gate D9 will close next week as part of the project converting Gate D6 to a contact gate with loading bridge
- Airfield Improvement Program
- Gates S5, S6, S6A and S7 are closed for pavement and utility work through mid-October.
- Runway 16L/34R will be closed nightly from midnight until 6 a.m., tonight through Sept. 7
- Portions Taxiway A will be closed starting next week, along with a detour around the North Secure Vehicle Checkpoint and adjustments to traffic lanes at Gate E-125. For increased safety, the speed through this area is reduced to 10MPH.
At Your Fingertips
Accessibility Training for Airport Employees
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Alzheimer’s is a non-visible disability. Resources for travelers with non-visible disabilities include the Sunflower Lanyard Program. Take the Excellent Customer Service for Travelers with Disabilities training to learn more about resources for travelers with Alzheimer’s and other disabilities.
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