Overview

King County International Airport (KCIA) is updating the 2014-2020 Airport Strategic Plan. The updated plan will develop a clear strategic focus for what KCIA should do to advance its vision over the next six years and to identify appropriate goals and implement actions that realize this vision. This update is an opportunity to evaluate the Airport’s role on a local level and in the regional economy.

There will be significant engagement throughout the planning process with KCIA tenants, community members, airport staff and Airport Roundtable members, and the public.  

This Airport Strategic Plan will outline strategies to help KCIA achieve the goals and objectives of the broader initiative undertaken by KCIA known as the Vision 2045 Airport Plan. The timelines of these planning projects will overlap in 2024.

Process

The Airport Strategic Plan process will identify and analyze the strategic challenges and opportunities facing KCIA in fulfilling its role as a non-hub airport operated by King County and as a valuable transportation resource in the region. The plan aims to:

• Evaluate how KCIA's current operations and policies align with its strategic focus and designated role as a public airport
• Identify clear strategies for KCIA to advance King County initiatives listed in Additional Resources
• Provide clear guidance on how KCIA can focus airport policy, decision-making, and resources to maximize the potential for long-term success

Schedule

Community Engagement

KCIA invites community members to share their thoughts. Our goal is to incorporate community input into the planning process in a meaningful way.  

We will inform community members about opportunities to provide feedback through a variety of channels, including this website, email, e-newsletters, social media, and in-person and online meetings. 

We will also translate materials into seven languages (Khmer, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese) and use a variety of methods to reach as many people as possible. Interpreters will be available by request at all in-person and virtual meetings. We will provide you with balanced and objective information that explains the problem, alternatives, opportunities for engagement, and/or solutions.