Airport management
Various airport management databases, manuals, and information for airport sponsors and consultants.
Airport pavement information
The pavement information below presents the results of the 2018 update of the WSDOT Aviation pavement management system.
Airport Pavement Database (IDEA)
Airport Pavement Management Manual (PDF 9.1 MB)
2019 Washington State Pavement Executive Summary
Statewide Airport Pavement Report (PDF 6.9 MB)
Airport Information System
Airport Information System (AIS) users must use SecureAccess Washington (SAW) to login.
If you already have a SecureAccess Washington (SAW) Account, then log into your account and follow steps 5 - 12
If you are new to SecureAccess Washington (SAW), please follow all steps to set up and add Airport Information System to your SAW Account
- Step 1: Register / Log in to Secure Access Washington
- Step 2: Open your default web browser to: https://secureaccess.wa.gov/
- Step 3: Register as a new User: If needed, select the “Sign Up!” button and follow the instructions.
- Step 4: Once registered with SAW use the login.
- Step 5: After logging in to SAW, you should automatically start at the ‘My Secure Services’ list.
- Step 6: Select the “Add New Service Button.”
- Step 7: Select "I have been given a code by an agency."
- Step 8: Contact the AIS Admin Team to receive the "Service Code" at AISadmin@WSDOT.WA.GOV
- Step 9: Wait for approval: A confirmation email will be generated notifying you that access has been granted.
- You’re not done! Please go to Step 10!
- Step 10: Open your AIS User Profile and complete all data fields marked with a red asterisk (*). Then select all airports you want to be associated with and select your preferred contact type(s). Click “Add,” then wait for approval.
- Step 11: https://secureaccess.wa.gov/
Individual Airport Information
Airport Cooperative Research Program Transportation Research Board
As part of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the Transportation Research Board (TRB) mobilizes expertise, experience, and knowledge to anticipate and solve complex transportation-related challenges. For example, committees, researchers, and staff are currently focused on advancing resilient infrastructure, exploring transformational technology, and caring for the public’s health and safety.
Guidebook for Managing Small Airports
- Access the guidebook
- Click the "View this PDF" button.
- Download as a guest by inputting your email address and accepting the terms of use.
- Download the PDF.
- View the Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) WebResource 6 for more resources and supplements to the guidebook.
Slow down on ice and snow.
It's easier to skid or lose control traveling at higher speeds. Give yourself more time to stop.
Carry chains, practice installing them.
Winter conditions could mean chains are required on your route. Practice putting them on your vehicle ahead of time.
Pack your winter car kit.
Carry extra supplies like warm clothing, ice scraper and brush, jumper cables and other emergency items.