Notice and Opportunity for Public Comment

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Notice and Opportunity for Public
Comment Passenger Facility Charge Application 7
Amendments
Little Rock Airport Commission September 27th,
2009
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Table of Contents
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Overview

• The Little Rock National Airport (LRNA) intends
  to submit a new PFC Application to the Federal
  Aviation Administration (FAA) to
• Obtain and impose use authority for approximately
  9.5 million to reimburse local matching shares
  paid by the Airport for completed AIP
  infrastructure projects plus interest which were
  currently being amortized in airline rates and
  charges (Legacy Projects) at the Little Rock
  National Airport, and
• Impose and use funds to pay for development of
  PFC Application 7
• Amend five already approved projects to increase
  PFC project costs by more than 25.
• LRNA intends to apply airline portion of PFC
  reimbursement to other capital costs that remain
  amortized in the annual rates and charges. The
  removal of these costs will lower the airline
  requirement in the near term

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Overview

• The proposed PFC application is summarized as
  follows
• PFC Level 4.50 per enplaned passenger for all
  proposed PFC projects
• Estimated charge effective date for Application
  6 will change based on subsequent amendments to
  earlier applications November 1, 2011
• Proposed charge expiration date for Application
  7 August 1, 2013
• Estimated total PFC Revenue 18,182,843
• 9,595,000 for new projects
• 8,587,843 in amendments to approved projects
• The Department currently has authority from the
  FAA to collect a 4.50 PFC through December,
  2010. If approved, this application and
  amendments would extend this authority until
  August, 2013.

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Public Comment Period

• In accordance with Section 158.24 of 14 CFR Part
  15, the public is given an opportunity for
  comment on proposed projects and amendments
  through October 28, 2009.
• Comments should be sent to
• Mr. Bryan Malinowski Little Rock National
  Airport
• Deputy Executive Director 1 Airport Road
• Phone  [phone] Little Rock, AR 72202
• Fax  [phone] Emailbmalinowski_at_littleroc
  kairport.aero
• This notice can be downloaded at
  http//www.littlerockairport.aero/meetings

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Terminology

• Impose and Use projects allow the Department to
  collect PFCs and apply them towards approved
  projects.
• Further information regarding the nationwide PFC
  program is available at http//www.faa.gov/arp/fi
  nancial/pfc/index.cfm
• A list of acronyms follows at the end of this
  document.

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Impose and Use PFC Projects

• Airfield Projects
• Runway rehabilitation/safety area improvements
• Airfield lighting and surface movement
• Taxiway reconstruction and repair
• Airside Projects
• Apron repair and rehabilitation
• Terminal Projects
• Safety security checkpoints
• Terminal building and access improvements
• Other Projects
• Noise mitigation measures
• Airport studies
• Snow removal equipment
• Duct for FAA tower

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Airfield ProjectsRunway Rehabilitation and
Safety Area Improvements
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP eligible projects provided
for (1) the extension of Runway 4R-22L,
including the acquisition of parcels south of
I-440, and the relocation of Roosevelt Road
(north) in order to obtain the minimum safety
area length of 1,000 feet. In addition project
includes the installation of a jet blast
resistant coating, and EMAS system (Includes AIP
33, 36, 42, 47 53), (2) the extension of
Runway 4L-22R, including the acquisition of
property, enclosing a drainage ditch and the
relocation of Bond Street and the Union Pacific
Railroad track, realignment of Taxiway A and
construction of a perimeter road in order to
obtain the minimum safety area length of 1,000
feet. In addition project includes the
installation of pavement markings and an EMAS
system (Includes AIP 20, 24, 28, 35, 46, 48
51), and (3) the extension of Runway 18-36,
including cost of initial acquisition of property
in order to obtain the minimum safety area length
of 1,000 feet (Includes AIP 37, 38, 40 56).
Also includes rehabilitation costs (sealcoat)
AIP 33.
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Airfield ProjectsRunway Rehabilitation and
Safety Area Improvements
Project Justification On October 1, 1999, the
FAA issued FAA Order 5200.8 which established a
program where federally obligated airports will
be evaluated on conformity with standards found
in AC 150/5300-13 Airport Design. The order
placed national emphasis on RSA improvements and
highlighted their importance to airport safety.
The projects referred to above in the Project
Description assist the airport to comply with
these guidelines for runways, thereby averting a
plane from entering into the Arkansas River. PFC
Revenue 4,875,950
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Airfield ProjectsAirfield Lighting and Signage
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to the
relocation and installation of airfield lighting
equipment and facilities for runways 4R-22L,
4L-22R and 18-36. The AIP eligible projects
include 1) the relocation of ILS and installation
of MALSR on Runway 4R and the installation of
approach lights on Runway 22L AIP 25, 2) the
installation of a 4-way concrete encased
electrical duct which will allow for the
installation of cables for airfield lighting to
the new aircraft control tower AIP 32, 3)
installation of Surface Movement Guidance Control
System (SMGCS) lighting improvements to runway
4L-22R and associated taxiways AIP 35, 4)
relocate airfield lighting controls to new FAA
tower and integrate SMGCS System AIP 40, and 5)
installation of HIRL on Runway 18-36. Project
Justification This project provides significant
enhancements to the safety and security of the
airport and increased the visibility and
navigation ability of airport passengers and
employees. This project also assisted the airport
in providing lighting to the airport control
tower. PFC Revenue 869,068
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Airfield ProjectsTaxiway Reconstruction and
Repair
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to 1)
the reconstruction of Taxiways B and D AIP
29, 2) conversion of Runway 14-32 to Taxiway P
AIP 31, 3) rehabilitation of Taxiway A and D,
including a portion of GA Ramp AIP 33, and 4)
rehabilitation of Taxiway C AIP 36. Project
Justification This project enables the airport
to preserve or enhance the capacity of the
airport given projected increases in enplaned
passengers utilizing the airport. In addition,
by enhancing capacity, the project also fosters
competition or among carriers. PFC
Revenue 946,913
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Airside ProjectsApron Rehabilitation and Repair
Project Description This project includes the
local match of the AIP approved and funded
projects related to the demolition and
construction of the General Aviation apron. The
apron was located immediately east of the old
terminal building and west of Taxiway A and
improvements included a 15.5 concrete overlay,
new drainage structures and miscellaneous items
to transition to the surrounding pavement
elevations. Project Justification The Apron
Repair and Rehabilitation project allowed for
parking of heavy aircraft so as not to overstress
the existing, surrounding ramp areas. This
contributes to the safety and security of the
airport by preventing airport damage and major
catastrophes caused by an overstressed
infrastructure. PFC Revenue 369,782
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Terminal ProjectsSecurity Checkpoint Relocation
Project Description This project includes the
local match of the AIP approved and funded
project related to the security checkpoint
relocation (AIP 52). An additional checkpoint
lane was needed (three to four) to reduce the
wait time and accommodate increased enplaned
passenger loads. The security checkpoint was
relocated to Gate 1 space, and expanded to four
lanes. Concurrent with this effort, a Gate 1
Departure Lounge, which was lost as a result of
the relocation, was also constructed immediately
north of the Gate 1. Project Justification This
Safety and Security relocation project was
necessitated by increased enplaned passenger
traffic patterns and wait-times. The project
enhances the capacity of the Airports
transportation system, and contributes to the
safety and security of the airport. The overall
travel experience for the traveling public is
also greatly improved as a result. PFC
Revenue 180,945
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Terminal ProjectsTerminal Improvements
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to the
1) terminal building and access improvements AIP
40, AIP 43, and AIP 46 and 2) modification of
terminal building for wildlife protection AIP
56. These projects include the renovation of the
terminal to include approximately 9,700 square
feet of expansion to the south. It will provide
two additional ticketing counters, public
lighting and fire suppression systems for public
areas. Project Justification The Terminal
Improvement projects 1) enhance safety and
security by providing lighting and fire
suppression systems for the public areas, 2)
help promote competition between or among air
carriers by providing enhanced and expanded
terminal and parking areas, and 3) increase the
capacity of the airport to handle more passenger
traffic. PFC Revenue 700,602
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Other ProjectsNoise Mitigation Measures
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to
property acquisition in noise sensitive areas,
including 1) Runway 22R approach zone AIP 23, 2)
Part 150 noise mitigation AIP 30 and AIP 34 ,
and 2) noise mitigation measures for public
building and residences within 65 69 DNL. The
FAR Part 150 Study approved in April 2002
recommended the acquisition of approximately 300
eligible land parcels within the 65-69 DNL Noise
Contour. These areas include College Station,
Granite Mountain, Rose Meadows, Cherry acres and
areas north of the airfield west to Bond Street
and east to Temple Drive. Project
Justification In conjunction with the approved
FAR Part 150 Study approved in April 2002, this
project assisted the airport in reducing noise or
mitigating noise impacts associated with the
airports extension of Runway 4R-22L by acquiring
property in the affected areas and relocating
residents in those areas. PFC Revenue 1,421,452

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Other ProjectsAirport Studies
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to the
1) Airport Layout Plan Update AIP 40 and 2) the
Airport Master Plan Study which provided guidance
and recommendations for future airport
development, taking into consideration aviation
demands, environmental concerns, and public needs
(AIP 52). Project Justification These projects
were essential to ensure the future long-term
physical and financial viability of the
Airport. PFC Revenue 123,396
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Other ProjectsSnow Plows
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded two replacement snow
plows, AIP 43. Project Justification This
project will enhance safety at the Airport by
facilitating faster reaction times to inclement
weather. PFC Revenue 6,674
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Other ProjectsDuct for FAA tower
Project Description This project includes the
local match of AIP funded projects related to the
4-way concrete encased electrical duct
constructed to allow for installation of cables
for airfield lighting to the new aircraft control
tower location. Project Justification The
project enhanced safety and security by providing
airfield lighting and eliminated the need to
trench the newly constructed parking lot. PFC
Revenue 700,602
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Other ProjectsDevelopment of the PFC Application
Project Description This project includes the
direct costs associated with the preparation,
review, and filing of the PFC application by
LRNA. The PFC Application and financial plan will
be generated from archived records related to
historical AIP grants. Project Justification This
project will enhance Airport safety, capacity,
and security, by facilitating the Airports
receipt of PFC funding for needed projects that
meet the criteria for PFC eligibility. Funding
the cost of preparing the cost of the PFC
Application with PFC revenues helps the Airport
keep operating costs down and enables the Airport
to keep airline costs as low as possible. PFC
Revenue 95,000
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Project Amendments

• In accordance with Section 158.37(b) of 14 CFR
  Part 158, LRNA provides consultation to amend its
  current PFC program for the following FAA
  approved projects
• Project 5.2 Runway 18/36 Extension
• Project 5.3 Replace ARFF Equipment
• Project 5.8 Security Enhancements
• Project 6.1 In-Line Baggage System
• Project 6.2 Improve Airport Drainage

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Project AmendmentRunway 18/36 Extension
Project Description This project extends
Runway 18-36 by 1,100 feet to the north,
resulting in a total runway length of 6,224 feet.
The project includes the acquisition of property
for the RPZ, the placement of additional
pavement, construction of parallel taxiways, the
installation of required lighting, guidance signs
and markings, construction of the perimeter road,
and the completion of a hydrology study (FEMA
levee issue). The runway safety area (RSA) will
be maintained at full-width throughout the
extension, and the RSA length will be set
utilizing declared distances. Extension of
Runway 18/36 will permit nearly all general
aviation business class jets to arrive and depart
on that runway thus causing far less interference
with air carrier operations. Reason for
Amendment This project is being amended to
account for updated capital costs and expanded
project scope. The amended costs are higher than
the previous estimates principally due to
significant increases in property acquisition
costs and construction costs. The project has
been phased over a period of several years to
maximize the use of AIP entitlement funds for the
project.
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Project Amendment Replace ARFF Equipment
Project Description This project purchased
three ARFF vehicles each with a capacity of 1,500
gallons of water to replace the existing vehicles
which were over 10 years old. The Airport
maintains a Class C index rating. Reason for
Amendment The increase in PFC authority is
requested to cover the local share of project
costs to purchase the three replacement vehicles.
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Project Amendment Security Enhancements
Project Description New security enhancements
will be installed around the perimeter of the
Airport, including motion detection equipment,
cameras, and supporting equipment. Reason for
Amendment Increase resulted from updated capital
costs including a refined number of cameras and
sensors and anticipated construction costs.
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Project Amendment In-Line Baggage System
Project Description Sub-element projects
include (i) design and construction of the
in-line baggage conveyor system and associated
buildings to house the facility (ii)
rehabilitation of the ticket counters and lobby
(iii) reconstruction of the prescreening area
and (iv) relocation of the communications
center. Reason for Amendment This project is
being amended to account for updated capital
costs and design options. The costs for the
project were based upon preliminary estimates in
the initial application. During the conceptual
design process several options for the baggage
system were presented. The preferred option
includes a dual belt system with wide belts to
accommodate oversized bags, redesign and
relocation of airline offices, installation of
technology in the lobby and concourse, fids
upgrades, lobby renovation, expansion of the
security checkpoint, and the relocation of the
airport communication center.
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Project Amendment Improve Airport Drainage
Project Description This project involves
rehabilitation of drainage adjacent to Taxiway
"R", including removal of a portion of the
perimeter road in the northeast quadrant of the
airport, reconstruction of the stabilizing base,
and removal and reconstruction of the perimeter
road. Reason for Amendment The PFC authority is
being increased to combine this project with PFC
Project 5.6. During preliminary site analysis
and testing unstable subsoil conditions were
identified, to insure the safety and stability of
Taxiway R sheet piling will be installed to
prevent further damage until a suitable permanent
solution is designed.
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List of Acronyms