The Herald appears to have missed reporting a newsworthy event, which occurred at Paine Field last Friday: The dedication of the new air traffic control tower. With a backdrop of blue skies and bright sunshine, FAA Air Traffic Manager Sheri Kasen, FAA Implementation Manager Donna Taylor, Airport Director Dave Waggoner, and other FAA and Snohomish County officials were lifted by ladder truck to the 75-foot level of the new tower (representing the height of the old tower), to cut the ribbon. At ground level we could hear the cheers from the controllers high atop their new perch at 178 feet, as the tower was officially opened for business.
The building of this new facility didn’t just happen, but was the direct result of the group of individuals noted above, and their respective teams. They worked together to build successful partnerships between federal, local and private firms to complete this project one year ahead of schedule. This great accomplishment benefits both the aviation community and all the citizens of Snohomish County.
Thank you FAA managers and directors, federal, state, and local elected government officials, and Dave Waggoner for being proactive in the building of this “state of the art” air traffic control tower. It not only improves aviation safety at Paine Field, but contributes to the economic vitality of our region as we encourage new and diversified businesses to locate here.
Arlington
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