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March 2, 2001 10:15 a.m. King County International Airport increases takeoff limits, terminal opens Inspections of pavement by the Federal Aviation Administration and structural engineers have determined that larger aircraft can now take off from King County International Airport, though they are not yet approved for landing. The change in runway availability increases the take off limit up to 110,000 pounds for single axle aircraft, and 220,000 pounds for tandem aircraft, up from 30,000 pounds. This means that Boeing 767 or 737 class aircraft can now take off and go to alternate airports. All pilots are advised to check NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen) regularly. The airport terminal also is open after structural inspections determined it was safe. Work has begun on design to fill cracks and voids in the damaged portion of the long runway. For regional news, go to http://www.govlink.org/news. Executive's e-mail King County | Executive | News | Services | Comments | Search Links to external sites do not
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