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May 10, 2025




Paine Field Community Day Returns – May 17, 2025!
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We're just seven days away! Paine Field Community Day is back for its second year, bringing the excitement of aviation to the Snohomish County-owned airport. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or just looking for a fun family outing, this free event has something for everyone.

Organized by Paine Field staff, the Washington Pilots Association, and the EAA Young Eagles program, this youth-focused celebration offers hands-on aviation education, fascinating aircraft displays, military planes, and a delicious selection of food vendors.

*Event Details*

?? Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025

⏰ Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

?? Location: Paine Field Airport

?? FREE Parking at 9801 27th Ave W, Everett, WA 98204 with shuttle service to the event

*Don't Miss These Exciting Activities!*


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*Meet Local Pilots:* Engage in conversations with aviators and hear their personal stories.


* *Aircraft Displays:* See historic and unique planes up close. 



*County Executive
*Dave Somers
[email protected]  

*Airport Director
*Joshua W. Marcy
[email protected]

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In This Issue

* Paine Field Community Day, May 17
* REAL ID requirements now in effect
* Remember: Airports are no drone zones
* Welcoming new faces and celebrating achievements
* PAE welcomes Frontier Airlines
* Upcoming events at Arlington Airport

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Airport Commission Meetings

The Snohomish County Airport Commission serves as an advisory board to the county executive. The commission generally meets the fourth Thursdays in January, April, June and October.

*Interested in attending?*

Limited in-person seating for the Airport Commission meeting is available. Please RSVP to 425-312-0912 or [email protected].

Virtual attendance via Teams also available.

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*Meeting schedule for 2025:*

June 26, 2025

October 23, 2025

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Agenda and minutes from past Airport Commission meetings are located [link removed] [ [link removed] ].

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*Educational Opportunities:* Learn about aviation programs from local youth organizations, colleges, and flight schools.


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*Special displays:* U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler from NAS Whidbey Island, ZeroAvia Hypertruck, special aircraft and equipment from Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum, Sno-Isle Libraries Bookmobile, and much more.

Join us for a day filled with *aviation fun, learning, and exploration!* Whether you're dreaming of taking to the skies or simply want to experience the thrill of flight from the ground, Paine Field Community Day promises something for everyone. 

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REAL ID requirements now in effect

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*After 20 Years, the REAL ID Law for Air Travel Has Arrived*

Beginning *May 7, 2025*, anyone *18 years or older* planning to fly domestically or visit certain federal facilities will need a *REAL ID* or another acceptable form of identification.

*The Best News? You May Already Have What You Need!*

REAL ID is a law, not an actual piece of identification. Under this law, several existing ID options meet the requirements, including:


* *Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)*
* *U.S. Military ID*
* *U.S. Passport*
* *U.S. Passport Card*
* *Foreign Passport*
* *Enhanced Driver License (EDL)*
* *Enhanced Identification Card (EID)*
* *Federally Recognized, Tribal-Issued Photo ID*
* *Border Crossing Card*
* *U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)*

Need an Acceptable ID for Travel Soon?

Visit REAL ID Washington [ [link removed] ] to get your *Enhanced Driver License* or *Enhanced Identification Card* today. More information from the *Transportation Security Administration* is available at DHS REAL ID [ [link removed] ].



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Reminder: Airports are no drone zones

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With the rapid advancement of technology, the availability of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, has significantly increased, posing a notable challenge to airports. UAS flights are prohibited in controlled airspace unless prior approval is granted by the FAA Air Traffic Control. As a reminder, this prohibition includes Paine Field, where it is illegal to fly a drone within five miles of the airfield without first obtaining permission from both the Federal Aviation Administration and the airport. This restriction applies to civic, commercial, and privately owned drones. Operators who violate these airspace restrictions may face enforcement actions, including potential civil penalties and criminal charges.

For information about proper locations and rules for drone operation, visit the Federal Aviation Administration UAS website at [link removed] [ [link removed] ]

Drone enthusiasts can download the free B4UFLY app at [link removed] [ [link removed] ] for questions about the specifics of flying a UAS near airports. This app shows a user’s current location and informs them of notifications they need to make to local airfields.

The FAA also offers these safety tips for drone operators:


* Be aware of FAA Airspace Restrictions.
* Register your drone.
* Fly your drone at or below 400 feet in approved areas.
* Keep your drone within your line of sight.
* Respect privacy.
* Never fly near other aircraft, especially near airports.
* Never fly over groups of people, public events, or stadiums full of people.
* Never fly near emergencies such as fires or emergency recovery efforts.
* Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol.


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Welcoming new faces and celebrating achievements

*Welcome Aboard!*
Let's extend a warm welcome to our newest team members:
  - *Marta Cunningham*, Accounting Technician II
  - *Julie Guthrie*, Administrative Coordinator, Maintenance
  - *Baba Badru*, Real Estate Specialist
  - *Seasonal Maintenance workers*

*Celebrating Achievements*
Congratulations to *Matt Turner*, who has been selected to join our Operations team as an Operations Specialist. Matt joins the Ops team from our Maintenance team, where he has worked as a Maintenance Technician, Lead for several years.

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Paine Field welcomes Frontier Airlines
Paine Field welcomes Frontier Airlines

*ICYMI: *Frontier Airlines is bringing direct service to Denver, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. This additional service means that travelers can fly directly to 10 cities from Paine Field, with Denver as the newest addition. 

“This is another great day for Snohomish County as we welcome Frontier Airlines to Paine Field,” said Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers. “Paine Field is a crown jewel of our region, having the greatest economic impact of any airport in Washington, and Frontier Airlines will be another strong partner in our growth. Our residents appreciate being able to fly from their own community, saving the long trek to Sea-Tac and the added congestion to the freeways. Our public-private partnership with Propeller continues to deliver.” 

The new service is set to begin June 2, with three-times weekly flights to each destination. More information is available at [link removed] [ [link removed] ].

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Upcoming events at Arlington Airport

Arlington Municipal Airport is hosting three events this summer:

July 11-13: Hometown Fly-In

August 16: Arlington SkyFest

August 17: Arlington Community Airport Day

More information at [link removed] [ [link removed] ]

Arlington Community Airport Day


*Paine Field Airport*     9901 24th Place W, Suite A     Everett, WA 98204     Ph: 425-388-5125






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