Licensed Washington Passenger Transportation

Premier Airport Shuttle — Licensed & Authorized Transportation

Premier Airport Shuttle by Capital Aeroporter is a Washington passenger transportation company providing airport shuttle, scheduled airport transportation, private transportation, charter and related passenger services throughout authorized service areas in the Puget Sound region.

Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. operates Premier Airport Shuttle and Capital Aeroporter under transportation authority issued by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC), including Auto Transportation Certificate C-862 and Charter Certificate CH-58.

Operating Company Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc.
Operating Brand Premier Airport Shuttle
Auto Transportation WUTC Certificate C-862
Charter Authority WUTC Certificate CH-58
Who We Are

Serving Puget Sound Travelers Since 1972

Capital Aeroporter was established in 1972, creating a passenger transportation operation that has served Washington travelers for more than five decades.

Premier Airport Shuttle

Today, the company operates as Premier Airport Shuttle by Capital Aeroporter, providing prearranged passenger transportation for airport travelers, residents, visitors, families, groups and businesses.

Service options include shared ride airport shuttle transportation, private vans, executive transportation, premium SUV transportation and other prearranged passenger services.

Washington Transportation Authority

Passenger transportation companies operating regulated services in Washington may require authority from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. Premier's operating company maintains WUTC authority applicable to its regulated passenger transportation services.

The scope and conditions of individual services are governed by the applicable operating authority, tariffs, regulations and service requirements.

Why this matters to passengers: Transportation authority identifies the legal operating company and the regulatory framework under which applicable passenger transportation services are provided. Customers should always reserve transportation through Premier's official website or an authorized reservation or ticketing channel.
Our Authority

Washington Passenger Transportation Certificates

Premier Airport Shuttle's services are supported by longstanding Washington passenger transportation operating authority.

Auto Transportation Certificate C-862

Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. holds Washington Auto Transportation Certificate C-862. Auto transportation authority governs applicable regulated passenger transportation services operated under the certificate.

  • Washington-regulated passenger transportation authority
  • Longstanding airport transportation operations
  • Service subject to applicable WUTC requirements
  • Operated by Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc.

Charter Certificate CH-58

The company also holds Washington Charter Certificate CH-58 for applicable charter passenger transportation operations.

  • Prearranged charter transportation
  • Group transportation
  • Event and organizational transportation
  • Service subject to applicable Washington requirements
More Than Five Decades

A Washington Transportation Company With Deep Local Roots

1972 Capital Aeroporter was established and passenger transportation authority was obtained in Washington.
1970s–2000s Airport and passenger transportation operations expanded while serving communities in the Central and South Puget Sound region.
Premier Airport Shuttle The Premier Airport Shuttle brand became part of the company's continuing airport transportation operations while retaining the Capital Aeroporter heritage.
Today Premier provides shared and private airport transportation choices, scheduled transportation, group and charter services, and other prearranged passenger transportation within applicable service areas.
Transportation Options

Airport, Private & Group Transportation

Travelers can choose transportation based on their location, passenger count, luggage, schedule and preference for shared or private service.

Airport Shuttle Service

Prearranged airport transportation connecting eligible Puget Sound communities and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

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Private Transportation

Private vehicle options for travelers who prefer transportation reserved specifically for their party.

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Groups & Charters

Prearranged transportation for groups, organizations, meetings, events and other passenger transportation needs.

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Passenger Confidence

What Licensed Transportation Means

Choosing a properly authorized passenger transportation provider gives travelers a clearly identifiable operating company and established regulatory framework.

Identifiable Operator

Premier Airport Shuttle is operated by Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc., rather than an unidentified transportation marketplace.

Established Operations

The Capital Aeroporter transportation operation dates to 1972 and continues today under the Premier Airport Shuttle brand.

Prearranged Service

Customers can reserve transportation in advance and receive trip information through Premier's reservation system and customer service operation.

Authority & Licensing FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Premier Airport Shuttle a licensed transportation company?

Premier Airport Shuttle is operated by Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc., which holds Washington passenger transportation authority including WUTC Auto Transportation Certificate C-862 and Charter Certificate CH-58.

What is Capital Aeroporter?

Capital Aeroporter is the company's longstanding transportation name and heritage. The operation was established in 1972 and today operates under the Premier Airport Shuttle brand.

Who operates Premier Airport Shuttle?

Premier Airport Shuttle by Capital Aeroporter is operated by Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc., a Washington passenger transportation company.

What is WUTC Certificate C-862?

C-862 is the Auto Transportation Certificate held by Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. for applicable regulated passenger transportation services in Washington.

Does Premier also provide charter transportation?

Pacific Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. also holds Charter Certificate CH-58 for applicable charter passenger transportation services.

How long has Capital Aeroporter served Washington travelers?

Capital Aeroporter was established in 1972. The transportation operation has therefore served Washington and Puget Sound travelers for more than five decades.

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