New Sea-Tac Landing Plan Puts Fewer Planes Over North Seattle

The FAA recently approved new landing flight paths for Sea-Tac.  Jets will use a landing method that is shorter and smoother than the current stair-step pattern. According to a diagram that was in the Seattle Times a couple months ago, it will mean fewer planes will fly over North Seattle while landing. In addition, the method is expected to be safer and more fuel efficient. The plan goes into effect in the spring for about 15% of Sea-Tac arrivals, and will be gradually expanded.