He said the Navy brass “just don’t get” how serious the issue is for the Central Whidbey community.
The airport reopened to jet traffic Monday after a week-long closure to repair an earlier repair.
Airbus scored with its A320 neo, taking on Boeing’s 737 Max, but design problems held back deliveries.
McGee Air Services, an Alaska Air subsidiary, will handle baggage and do other work for three airlines.
After many extension measures, it’s the first time a five-year bill has been passed since the 1980s.
The airline already has 37 Boeing 787s, with 13 more on the way.
On Sept. 30, 1968, there were audible gasps as the world’s first jumbo jet was revealed at Paine Field.
A revised environmental assessment found no new significant issues arising from Paine Field flights.
The Growlers are quieter than Prowlers, the Navy said, but are perceived louder due to engine frequency.
If all goes as planned, three carriers will begin serving Snohomish County with 24 daily flights.
The service plans to buy about 350 of Boeing’s T-X aircraft to replace its T-38C Talons.
The engine blades are deteriorating faster than expected on the Boeing 787 jetliners.
The two companies originally announced the partnership in 2014.
Airbus is also commemorating the 10th year of its first Chinese assembly line and its new helicopter plant.
It was a stunning upset. Boeing’s low bid beat out two other companies, including Lockheed Martin.
About 30 passengers suffered bleeding in their noses and in their ears, forcing the plane to return.
Phil Musser has been working in Chicago and traveling the world. His family lived in Washington, D.C.
