We are committed to ensuring sensitive aquatic habitats on Sea Island are not compromised. We are working to protect surface and groundwater through a program of pollution prevention and monitoring.

Preventing Pollution

The Airport Authority has an overall objective of no spills and compliance with all water quality guidelines and criteria. This includes an aircraft de-icing facility where all de-icing fluid in captured and removed for treatment.

Tabletop Exercise Program

The Airport Authority uses tabletop exercises to practice roles and responsibilities in emergency situations - before they occur.

Monitoring

To ensure our pollution prevention methods are working, extensive monitoring is conducted regularly. The airport's water quality sampling program involves regular tests to ensure airport operations are not compromising water quality.