Managers of Washington airports are proactively seeking federal grant funding to install electric aircraft charging stations, envisioning a future of non-polluting electric commuter planes and air taxis. Despite the electric aviation sector being in its early stages with uncertified passenger aircraft, airports like Chehalis-Centralia, Yakima, and Boeing Field are preparing infrastructure for potential electric flights. The grant application, totaling nearly $10 million, aims to establish charging stations at six airports to facilitate short-haul electric flights within the state. The vision includes using small electric aircraft for 30-minute flights, providing new opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Washington airports are exploring various alternative fuels, including hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuel, to address the weight and space constraints of battery-powered planes. The focus on electric aviation also aligns with efforts to reduce aviation's carbon footprint, with companies in the region working on electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft. The airports are considering vendors like Beta Technologies for charging stations, emphasizing readiness for the electric aviation future.