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OUT & ABOUT WITH ACC — ACTIVE ON CAPITOL HILL

LESSONS LEARNED: STARTING AND RUNNING YOUR OWN AVIATION CONSULTING FIRM

WHAT’S NEXT IN AIRPORT PAVEMENTS

THE CURRENT ECONOMIC CLIMATE HAS MANY AIRPORTS AND CONSULTING FIRMS REELING. The general state of the economy has resulted in changes to capital development plans at most airports. More cutbacks are expected due to uncertainty in the credit markets. For many, the glass (or, perhaps more appropriately, the barrel of oil) is half empty. Yet for others, the glass is half full because the current situation offers consulting fi rms the opportunity to be a trusted advisor to their clients.

It’s important to separate the airports into three distinct categories. Each category is based on the likely impacts the current airline restructuring will have on their capital programs, and how each should proceed will differ.

High Demand AirportsThe fi rst category includes those airports that serve the “federal” cities (i.e., those with federal agency regional offi ces or signifi cant installations), centers of fi nance and business, fortress hub locations, or strong destination locations.

All of these locations have non-discretionary origin-destination demand that’s unlikely to change materially despite signifi cant declines in operations, since competing travel modes are also impacted by the cost of fuel. Considering the relatively small changes in airline fares experienced thus far, the adverse impact on the economics of air travel to these destinations may be far less than any competing mode.

New Opportunities

See OPPORTUNITIES on page 16

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EDITOR’S NOTEIn the Fall 2008 edition of AirportConsulting we examined how airport consultants and suppliers are being impacted by the cutbacks in airline service and subsequent reduction in airport capital projects. At press time the price of oil has fallen, but airlines continue to reduce capacity. Airport sponsors are also now facing a new challenge. The recent upheaval in the nation’s economy has virtually frozen access to the bond market, which is a critical source of project funding across the country.

With so much uncertainty surrounding the industry, we asked Bob Bielek of TranSystems Corporation to offer some advice consultants can take to their airport clients to help them through this uncharted territory.

HOW CONSULTANTS CAN HELP AIRPORTS

By Robert Bielek, D.P.A., P.E., TranSystems Corporation

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When you become Chair of the Board of Governors, the staff provides you a schedule of items that you will need to complete throughout the year. At the onset, the list seemed a bit daunting. Not that it’s a long list or that the staff needs much from the Chair, but to be honest, I wasn’t sure I would do the position justice.

Well, this article is one of the last things left on the list for me to complete as Chair and I am finally feeling comfort-able with my role. I am comfortable in that ACC is a well established association poised to continue as a leading aviation trade organization and a relevant stakeholder in the future of our industry.

This year we conducted three very successful and unique conferences. We held seven ACC Institute courses in subjects ranging from pavement design to project delivery methods. We worked closely with the FAA and TSA to foster cooperative relationships, including an update of the ACC/FAA Best Practices document. We published guidelines for Airport Information Technologies and Systems (IT&S) — the first of its kind for our industry — and we have worked with other aviation and professional associations (AAAE, ACI and ACEC to name just a few) in order to promote our collective interests. We made trips to Capitol Hill to meet with key staff of the House Aviation Subcommittee, Senate Aviation Subcommittee and the Senate Finance Committee to discuss the FAA Reauthorization Bill.

This small sample of the things that ACC has accomplished this year didn’t just happen, but was the result of the hard work of many. So thanks to…

The ACC member companies — for recognizing the •value that ACC brings to your firms individually and to our industry collectively.

The ACC Committee Leadership and Members — all of •our accomplishments as an organization can be traced back to the efforts of our committees.

The ACC staff is wonderful — across the board some •of the most talented people I have had the pleasure of working with.

The founding members of ACC — whose foresight in •establishing this organization is truly remarkable.

The ACC Board of Governors — a diverse group of •industry leaders who know how to run a successful or-ganization and bring that passion and ability to ACC.

I especially want to express my gratitude to the outgo-ing Board Members — Courtney Beamon with Delta Airport Consultants, Brian Reed with RS&H, and Christer Wilkinson with AECOM. The participation, dedication and commitment of these individuals will leave a lasting and positive impression on our organization for years to come (plus we don’t intend to let them slow down).

Given that this will be the last act of an ACC Board of Governors Chair (a pending change in the organiza-tion bylaws will result in a name change to “Board of Directors”), I offer the following closing statement. In the words of ‘philosopher’ Charles Barkley when asked if he graduated from Auburn, he replied “No, but I have a couple people working for me who did.” My point? If you surround yourself with the right people, you will be successful.

ACC is surrounded by the right people.

Another Successful Year

Michael J. DeVoy, P.E.

RW Armstrong

ACC 2008 Board of Governors Chair

(For the record — Charles Barkley graduated from Towson State University with a Bachelor of Sciences degree in education. He later earned a Master of Education degree in Administration from Western Maryland College.)

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Cover Story

1 New Opportunities: How Consultants Can Help Airports

By Robert Bielek, D.P.A., P.E., TranSystems Corporation

Special Feature

4 – 5 What’s Next in Airport Pavements?

Consultant Perspective

6 – 7 Lessons Learned: Starting and Running Your Own Aviation Consulting Firm

By Jerry Fitzgerald, Aviation Perspectives LLC

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8 – 9 Member SpotlightsThis issue highlights ACC Executive Member Jacobs and ACC Associate Member AvTurf.

10 Out & About with ACC

11 Airport Planning, Design & Construction Symposium

12 – 13 ACC 30th Annual Conference & Exposition

14 – 15 ACC Members• NewMembers

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17 2009 ACC Committee Leadership

18 Call for NominationsNominations are now being accepted for the 2008 ACC Aviation Award of Excellence

19 Spotlight ACC Institute Looking to 2009

20 After All...FAA Reauthorization — Outlook for 2009

ChairMichael J. DeVoy, P.E.

RW Armstrong

ViCE ChairEvan Futterman

HNTB

SECrEtary/trEaSurErRonald L. Peckham, P.E.

C&S Companies

immEdiatE PaSt ChairBrian P. Reed

Reynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc.

Board of GoVErnorSMichael R. Arnold

ESA Airports

Courtney A. Beamon, P.E.Delta Airport Consultants, Inc.

Thomas B. DuffySafegate Airport Systems, Inc.

Michael K. Kluttz, P.E.Robert and Company

Stephen M. PelhamReveal Imaging Technologies, Inc.

David G. Peshkin, P.E.Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.

Susan PredigerCAGE Inc.

Terry A. Ruhl, P.E.CH2M HILL

Christer J. WilkinsonAECOM

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ACC: What are your members doing to address increases in construction costs?

NAPA: Asphalt pavement contractors around the country are implementing procedures to lowerthecostsofpaving.Usingreclaimedasphalt pavement (RAP) and waste shingles in mixes reduces the cost of asphalt pave-ments by shrinking the amount of new asphalt cement and aggregates required to produce a quality mix. This is not only a good cost-saving strategy, but it also achieves sustainability goals.

Another issue is asphalt price adjustments in FAA-funded contracts. While most state DOTs have price adjustment clauses in con-tracts to account for the volatility of material and fuel prices, there are no such provisions in airfi eld pavement contracts funded under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the only federal agency that does not permit such clauses, even though the AIP manual permits the use of “escalation clauses for bitumen” and the AIP grant amendment process allows for an adjustment of up to 15 percent. This means that the contractor must assume all risks for these prices and infl ate the bid price to account for the risk. NAPA recommends that the industry help encourage the FAA to allow price adjustment clauses in AIP funded projects.

ACPA: Contractors in some cases are seeing fewer projects available to bid. The good news for the airport sponsor is this has led to an increase in competition in some regions, which has actually helped lower project costs in spite of the increase in material prices. Contractors are still looking for creative ways to reduce costs and expedite project completion.

Involving contractors during the design phase of a project can address unforeseen issues or provide ideas that would impact construction cost. Some examples include deciding where to locate a central mix plant or defi ning a specifi c haul route during paving to minimize fuel cost. ACPA recommends that the designer incorporate features that may help lower construction cost, passing the savings on to the airport sponsor during the competitive bid process.

ACC: The demand for sustainable projects has been growing at airports. How is the pavement industry addressing this?

NAPA: Asphalt is America’s most recycled pavement material. About three-quarters of the 100 million tons of asphalt pavement reclaimed each year are mixed with virgin materials to make new asphalt pavement.

What’s Next in Airport Pavements?

Pavement is the lifeblood of an airport. High quality, long-lasting pavement

can increase safety and save an airport millions of dollars in life-cycle costs.

Recent trends in pavements have greatly affected airports, their consultants and

contractors. ACC asked representatives from the National Asphalt Pavement

Association (NAPA) and the American Concrete Pavement Association

(ACPA) to provide their perspectives on airport pavement issues.

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On airport parking surfaces, the same open-graded pavement that is used to sur-face highways can also be used in porous asphalt pavement systems for storm water management. Water can percolate though the pavement surface into the recharge bed, where it is stored until it can infi ltrate the soil. This decreases runoff, increases fi ltration, and improves water quality.

We are also very excited about the future for warm-mix asphalt. Warm-mix is an impor-tant sustainable development, simultaneously conserving resources, reducing the carbon footprint of the industry, and improving the quality of pavements used at our nation’s airports. Developments in warm-mix asphalt technologies are moving fast, and Boston’s LoganAirportwillbethefirstU.S.airportto use this method.

ACPA: There is no question that sustainable development can contribute to economic success at airports.

Concrete pavement mixtures incorporate byproducts, known as supplementary ce-mentitious materials (SCM’s), from other industrial activities. The two most common include fl y ash from coal burning and slag cement from iron production. Concrete is also 100% recyclable. In fact, according to the Construction Materials Recycling Association (CMRA), 130 to 140 million tons (118 million to 127 million metric tons) of concrete were crushed and recycled in 2004. These practices not only conserve natural resources, but also divert materials away from landfi lls.

ACC: Is there any research on life-cycle cost issues for airport pavement?

NAPA: The AAPTP has an ongoing project to help airport engineers develop a life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA). The primary project deliverables are a manual that provides details and defi nitions of a comprehensive

LCCA procedure and a computer spread-sheet that will allow engineers to provide a consistent process. These tools will allow users to analyze results from an alternative bid process. Training on the use of LCCA procedures will be very important so that designers and owners understand the implica-tions of the inputs and owners receive the highest value. The expected completion date is late 2009 or early 2010.

ACPA: It is safe to say both industries recognize that the life-cycle comparison is necessary.Unfortunately,thereisnoclearguidance in the FAA advisory circulars — it is somewhat vague and does not address the issue well enough. The joint efforts through

the AAPTP will allow for more certainty in the process and should be a valuable tool.

Overall, we are at a critical juncture with the Airport Pavement Technology Program, which is dependent on the FAA reauthorization bill, as well as adequate yearly appropriations bills. Delay in passing these bills should not compromise the considerable momentum and improvements gained through the research programs. Much more work needs to be done. The rigid and fl exible pavement industries are working together to urge passage of the reauthorization bill, and within it, the Airport Pavement Technology Program.

AAPTP The Airport Asphalt Pavement Technology Program (AAPTP) is the primary source for research for asphalt airport pavements. This research program will ultimately reduce costs and improve the performance of airfi eld pavements. ACC members participate in the technical panels for each AAPTP project. Twenty projects are either complete or underway as part of the initial $4.3 million program.

Notable projects from this program include Development of Guidelines for Rubblization, Improved Porous Friction Course (PFC), and Use of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavements (RAP). The program also expects to fi nish Implementation of Superpave, Use of Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), HMA Construction Best Practice, Fuel Resistant Sealers and Binders, and Mitigation of Refl ective Cracking by the end of the year.

IPRFThe Innovative Pavement Research Foundation (IPRF) is a 501(c)(3) corporation, sponsored by the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) and dedicated to implementing programs to address current issues in asphalt pavement. IPRF is currently involved in facilitating and collaborating with the FAA on concrete-related applied research for the airports.

The IPRF has several ongoing research projects and has a demonstrated record of solid research results. Currently, we are looking into guidance for the design-build method of project delivery, concrete mixes using fl y ash, the role of dirty aggregates in pavement performance of concrete exposed to deicers, material-related distresses and project pavement life, and joint load-transfer effi ciency.

“…contractors are looking for creative ways to reduce costs

and expedite project completion.”

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Are you thinking about start-ing your own consulting firm? I did so four and a half years ago, and the experience has

been incredibly challenging, yet remarkably rewarding. Over time, I learned a lot of lessons and would have done some things differently. Many individual and small firms probably run into similar challenges and opportunities. Below are some observations that may be help-ful to those considering making the plunge and starting small or individual firms.

Understand your level of per-sonal experience. Have a good awareness of the range of services provided by consultants in the aviation industry. It helps to have past experience working for an airport, where you’ve had the day-to-day interactions with consultants, and gained an understanding of why some were successful and others were not. Working for a major consulting firm also helps. It provides real insights into corporate demands, including the need to market, keep the new business pipeline full, and meet revenue goals.

Be flexible in developing tar-get markets. Try not to be too narrow in the focus of the firm, as selecting one area for concentration could limit opportunities with potential clients. There could be elements of your background that are more relevant than you realize. When starting my firm, I was convinced my target client base would be airports. However, after four plus years the majority of my clients are other firms interested in developing business at airports. Once conversations begin with a potential client and you learn their concerns, you often

discover a problem you can relate to directly. Don’t be confined to a limited scope of work described in a marketing brochure.

Research before pricing ser-vices. This is one of the most important lessons. At first I stumbled trying to figure out how to price my service. In fact, price became an obstacle in dealings with potential clients. I eventually developed a technique that has worked well. First, find out both the standard and maximum rates your typical clients pay to their existing consultants. Try to float your rate somewhere in the middle. Next, when dealing with a private client, try to delay giving a rate quote until you have a chance to relate the cost of your service to a client’s real problem. Having a “price discussion” before the client under-stands what you can contribute to their specific problems is not a constructive conversation when trying to establish a working relationship. Ask for a meeting with the staff to understand the nature of the work and your ability to “add value” to the problem solving exercise. Once you can be specific about what you can contribute, the pricing conversation will relate to a deliverable and be more meaningful.

Develop a good marketing strategy. Business is built on relationships. Every consulting firm must have a marketing strategy that focuses on establishing relation-ships in multiple areas. Effective strategies include:

Develop a simple brochure describing your •services for mailings and inclusion with any correspondence. Conduct a one-time mailing of the brochure to potential clients. Clients will occasionally contact me years

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after the mailing is distributed. Develop a more detailed piece to attach in e-mails, and establish a web site that has comprehensive information on the firm’s services.

Join as many trade associations as you can •afford. Association membership provides tremendous opportunities to network with airport clients and develop teaming arrange-ments with other consultants. Make every effort to be involved and contribute your services to these associations. Offer to serve as a conference panel speaker, or as a replace-ment if a scheduled speaker cancels at the last minute. Attend as many conferences as possible and read as many trade publications as possible.

Select the name of your consulting firm wisely. •Unlessyouhavesignificantnamerecognitionwithin the industry, avoid the use of your name in the company description. Focus instead on services being offered. Names like Pavement Design Specialists, Inc., Concession Managers, LLC, or Business Development Strategies all give an idea about the service the company provides.

Although working from home has become •common, avoid establishing a business address that is the same as your personal residence. Become part of an office or busi-ness center with mail/copy services. Also have a separate phone line with a voice mail message that has a clear business message when not answered.

Establish a corporate identity. Initially establish your business as a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) in your state. It

will provide a protective wall between your business and personal activities. If the business becomes successful, you can later consider the benefits of incorporating. However, be aware that forming a corporation increases the complexities of tax accounting, involves others in the management of your enterprise, and creates paperwork burdens.

Select good support services. Establish working relationships with a local lawyer and accountant. The lawyer will be needed to file the LLC papers with local and state officials. The accountant will describe the paperwork and backup details required for filing tax forms and establishing weekly and monthly records.

Determine insurance require-ments. Selecting insurance can be dif-ficult and costly. Based upon the services to be provided, Errors and Omission (E&O) coverage may be needed, particularly if you’re providing engineering-based services. If your service is general advisory in nature, it may not be a necessary cost. Minimum coverage of a single proprietorship could be in the $25,000 – $30,000 range. Auto and personal liability umbrella policies will have to be modified to name some of your clients as beneficiaries.

Delay obtaining such coverage until you have secured an opportunity that will cover the expense. Be prepared to inform the client that coverage can be purchased, and let them know the cost to you as part of the base of your fee. Insist on a minimum fee for the project to insure the E&O payments can be covered.

If your firm is invited to join a team of com-panies to pursue a major project, insurance coverage will be an issue. If the entire team is sued over project performance, the major play-ers already have legal representation. Asking to be included in this defense may allow you to wait before hiring your own counsel until the seriousness of the action can be determined. This is a no cost request to the major firms and a benefit to small consultants.

Find good subcontractors. Establish good relationships with other indi-viduals and firms that can handle work when you find a client that requires assistance beyond your capability. As you are negotiating with a client, you will benefit if you are able to provide assistance in a variety of areas that could re-quire using the services of sub-consultants.

ConClusionThe challenges that inevitably face those open-ing their own consulting firms can be daunting. However, when these challenges are approached deliberately and with foresight, it helps ensure the future success of your firm. Eventually, working in a comfortable environment — with a reliable client base that helps you utilize the full extent of your expertise — makes the hard work worthwhile.

About the author: Jerry Fitzgerald spent thirty years with the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, at one time serving as the Director of Aviation. He also spent eight years as President of Parsons Brinckerhoff ’s aviation subsidiary, PB Aviation. Since starting his own consulting business in 2004, Jerry has written a novel that will be published in January titled “Seat of Power.” Look for it in airport bookstores soon.

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The world of aviation is constantly changing. For Jacobs, change means seeing what can be. Their goal is to guide airport planning, design and construction projects through a changing marketplace. They are transforming the industry by delighting clients and reducing airport cost of ownership in smart, innovative ways. Recently, Carter & Burgess and Edwards and Kelcey became a part of the Jacobs family. These combined global resources make Jacobs the world’s leading provider of comprehensive aviation services.

With more than 60 years in the industry, airports and aviation services are a major element of Jacobs’ transportation services. Their global network includes more than 160 offi ces with op-erationsinNorthAmerica,theUnitedKingdom,mainland Europe, India, Australia, and Asia. Aviation, services consist of scientifi c and spe-cialty consulting, engineering and construction, and operations and maintenance:

Aviation planning and programming»Airfi eld and pavement design»Terminal, cargo and hangar design»Roadways and surface approaches»Environmental services»Airport support facility design»Energy solutions»

Retail and concessions»GIS mapping and document »managementHangar and maintenance facilities»Information technology»Airport security »Environmental graphics, signage and »wayfi ndingAirport specialty systems»Air traffi c control towers and »TRACON facilitiesFacilities management»Design-build services»Program management services»Construction management services»

Jacobs has designed and managed the construc-tion of over 600 airport projects throughout the nation including the major airports in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Houston, Denver, Dallas, Washington DC, Boston, New York, Newark and Miami, as just a sample. They are also committed to serving regional, reliever and general aviation airport clients, for example Fresno, Nantucket, Manchester, Bangor, Orange County, and Colorado Springs.

Jacobs’ aviation services have been recognized and awarded as part of the world-class projects

they have offered to clients. They have consis-tentlybeenrecognizedasoneoftheTop25U.S.Aviation Design Firms by Engineering News Record, ranking as the second leading fi rm in this category in 2008. More than 350 aviation-specifi c professionals work with airport clients acrosstheUnitedStatessupportedbypersonnelacross company disciplines. Jacobs’ mission is to ensure their clients always receive innovative solutions to their challenges.

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It’s all about airfi eld safety. AvTurf, LLC is at the forefront of synthetic turf technology, delivering solutions to many of the most common safety challenges facing airport operators. AvTurf has set a standard of increased safety through installation of synthetic turf products at airports throughout the world. Pioneering research and development continues to create a myriad of new applications and benefi ts.

The AvTurf artifi cial turf surface, with a synthetic turf backing and silica sand infi ll, provides a smooth, erosion-controlled, perme-able surface that discourages wildlife interaction and naturally drains up to 60 gallons of water per square foot per hour. AvTurf is a cost and time effi cient alternative groundcover that offers tangible advantages as the best alternative for addressing hazards associated with natural airport groundcover.

AvTurf helps prevent potential FOD issues by sterilizing runway and taxiway safety areas. The artifi cial turf groundcover prevents debris created by jet wash and makes other potential FOD easily recognizable for Airport Operations. Equally as important, pavement delineation and conspicuity have become critical runway safety factors. AvTurf signifi cantly enhances the visual cues of taxiway and runway pavement to pilots on approach to landing. It also provides

distinct visual delineation of taxiways during taxiing operations, especially in low visibility conditions and on complex routing surfaces.

The use of AvTurf on the airfi eld minimizes the need for equipment and personnel to be in or around runway and taxiway safety areas. Runway and taxiway closures for maintenance are eliminated, and airport capacity remains intact, with no need for scheduling this type of work. Fewer personnel and equipment signifi -cantly decreases the potential for an incursion. FAA Runway Safety Offi ce recommendations and the regulatory requirements of 14 CFR Part 139 have highlighted the advantages of using synthetic turf.

However, no matter how much prevention is practiced, incidents can still occur. Covering runway safety areas and infi eld islands with AvTurf creates a stable area for inadvertent entry by aircraft, minimizing the potential for damage to the aircraft undercarriage. Airport operations vehicles and emergency response equipment can access these areas more easily and effi ciently during all types of weather. This can reduce ARFF response times to airport incidents, where time is the critical factor.

The AvTurf synthetic groundcover system for airports offers three patented products available

for installation at commercial, general avia-tion, and military installations. A traditionally installed artifi cial turf surface with a special proprietary infi ll is primarily used in runway and taxiway safety areas. AvTurf’s new glue-down application for paved surfaces provides islands or no-load shoulders. AvTurf also created the fi rst and only artifi cial turf runway in Calhan, Colorado.

AvTurf is a truly revolutionary product. The fi rst installation was at Chicago Midway Airport in December 2000, and it is now installed at more than 10 airports worldwide. As the alternative of choice, it has set many industry standards by constructing and implementing rigorous testing procedures. AvTurf’s acceptance by the FAA marked a milestone in product development and application. It is available both domestically and in the international marketplace. Worldwide, AvTurf has become the name in synthetic turf for aviation applications.

Please visit the AvTurf website at www.avturf.com or call 866-9-AvTurf (866-928-8873) to speak to an authorized representative.

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Hochstetler Attends IAWA Annual Conference

ACC President Paula Hochstetler attended the International

Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA) from October 22 –

24 in Chicago, IL. This signature event features timely and

important topics presented by prominent women in the

field and offers opportunities for global networking.

Schulz Attends SMS Conference

T.J. Schulz moderated a session during the “Airport SMS:

From FAA Pilot Program to Implementation” conference

on October 30 – 31 in Baltimore, MD. The conference

was sponsored by the American Association of Airport

executives (AAAE), Airports Council International—North

America (ACI-NA), and the MITRE Corporation. FAA leader-

ship explained the goals and objectives for SMS at U.S.

airports during the event, and perspectives on SMS from

aviation and other industry sectors were also provided.

ACC Active on Capitol Hill

An ACC delegation met with Rep. Jim Oberstar (D-MN),

Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure

Committee, to discuss current events affecting the airport

development community. In particular, ACC noted significant

impacts to the airports and consultants from the recent

spikes in oil prices and airline service cutbacks. ACC strongly

urged Chairman Oberstar to pass the FAA Reauthorization

Bill as soon as possible.

ACC Attends ACI Annual Conference

ACC Staff attended and exhibited at the ACI Annual

Conference at the John B. Hynes Convention Center

in Boston, MA. This event, which ran

September 21 – 24, provided an excellent

opportunity for ACC and many of its

members to get exposure amongst the

2000+ attendees.

(Left to right) 2008 ACC Board of Governors Chair Mike DeVoy, RW Armstrong; ACC Legislative and Regulatory Committee Chair Brad Mims, Parsons Brinckerhoff, and Vice Chair Dale Wilde, Hoyle, Tanner and Associates; Rep. Jim Oberstar (D-MN); 2008 ACC Board Vice Chair Evan Futterman, HNTB.

ACC Discusses Environmental Issues with FAA

ACC Environmental Committee members Mary Ellen Eagan,

Harris Miller Miller & Hanson, Inc., Tom Klin, CH2M HILL,

Barb Kulvelis, HNTB, and ACC Vice President T.J. Schulz

met with Ralph Thompson and Ed Melisky from the FAA’s

Planning and Environment Division to discuss pressing

environmental issues and how these should be highlighted

at the 2009 ACC/FAA/TSA Summer Workshop Series.

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GENERAL SESSION II: Turbulence, Innovation and Risk (Part II)Creativity is embraced and new ideas are taking shape as our industry moves though this period of turbulence. What innovation can we expect to see in the coming months and years?

GENERAL SESSION I: Turbulence, Innovation and Risk (Part I)As our industry faces mounting challenges, it is helpful to look back at innovative ideas that airports, airlines and consultants have tried in the past. The entire industry has benefi ted from their willingness to take on the risk of new ideas.

Hotel ReservationsRooms are being held at the Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse Street, Denver, CO 80237, phone (303) 779-1100. All attendees will receive the special discounted rate of $154 single/double. The special rate is available while inventory lasts; reserve your hotel room quickly. Reservations made after Friday, January 30, 2009, will be on a space available basis at prevailing rates, not necessarily the discounted group rate. To make your reservations, call (800) 228-9290 and indicate that you are part of the ACC/AAAE Airport Symposium to receive the discounted rate.

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATIONContact T.J. Schulz, ACC, at (703) 683-5900, or e-mail tjs@ACConline.org.

FOR REGISTRATION, EXHIBIT & SPONSORSHIP INFORMATIONContact Natalie Fleet, AAAE, at (703) 824-0500, Ext. 132, or e-mail natalie.fl eet@aaae.org.

TRACK A // Planning HOST: Ken Page — The Corradino Group kpage@corradino.com

Introduction to Terminal Planning (New Terminal Planning Guide) »Right-Sizing the Terminal (Planning, Architectural & Economic »Development Perspectives)Financial Planning: How to Survive the Next 12 - 24 Months »Capital Project MIS »Justifying Runway Extensions »Implementation of Biometric Controls »

Track C // Airside HOST: Matthew J. Wenham, P.E. — C&S Companies MWenham@cscos.com

Runway Safety Areas – ACRP Report & GA EMAS »Results of New Pavement Research »Transitioning to Satellite Navigation »Centralized Deicing Facilities »Safety Management Systems in the Airfi eld »Airfi eld Pavement Markings Handbook (IPRF) »

Track E // ITHOST: David A. Kipp — Ross & Baruzzini, Inc. dkipp@rossbar.com

Bridging the Chasm Between IT and Design & Construction »10 Reasons Airports Stumble on Technology »It’s a Benefi t! And a Cost! »Thoughtful IT — Planning With Purpose »The Proper Role of Best Practices »Design-Build or MSI Make Any Sense for Technology? »

Track B // Terminal/LandsideHOST: Paul VanGelder — Clough, Harbour & Associates, LLP pvangelder@cha-llp.com

Enhancing Landside Non-Aeronautical Revenues »Multimodal Solutions to Airport Access »Baggage Handling and Ticketing Trends »Current Issues in Terminal / Landside Security »Terminal Form or Function: Balancing Passenger Needs with »Community and Revenue Interests

Track D // PM/CMHOST: Barry Abramowitz — CH2M HILL Barry.abramowitz@ch2m.com

Alternative Financing (Including Effects of Privatization) »Project Delivery Alternatives »Minimizing Claims »Facility Activation »Project / Program Defi nition »Terminal Building Procurement »Engineering Your Way Out of a Disaster »

DON’T MISS the best technical event of the year! The 2009 Symposium program is packed with the latest information covering Planning, Terminals, Landside/Airside, Project Management/Construction Management and Information Technology. Aviation professionals of all levels of experience will learn the latest tools, methods, concepts and new ideas applicable to airports of all sizes.

COMBINED TRACKS

Combined Track #1 >> Sustainability in Airport Development Projects

Combined Track #2 >> Project Management in the Global Marketplace

FEBRUARY 25 – 27, 2009Marriott Denver Tech Center // Denver CO

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Ms. Amy E. PetersVice President, Conference Development & Member Services1775 K St. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20006 Ph: (202) 293-8500, Fax: (202) 466-5555E-mail: apeters@aci-na.aero Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) is the largest of the six worldwide regions of Airports Council International (ACI), the authoritative voice of air carrier airports worldwide. ACI-NA airport members enplane 95% of all domestic and virtually all of the international airline passenger and air cargo traffic in North America.

Mr. George Potter, Business Development Department12080 Ravenna Road, PO Box 245, Chardon, OH 44024Ph: (440) 285-7000, Fax: (440) 285-7005E-mail: info@acousa.comACO Drain and Aquaduct Trench Drainage Systems are ideal for storm water and surface drainage of aircraft pavements, deicing facilities, hangars, loading docks and parking garages.

Mr. Gene Roth, Executive DirectorRonald Reagan Washington National AirportWashington, DC 20001Ph: (703) 417-2621, Fax: (703) 417-2620E-mail: Gene.Roth@amac-org.comAMAC is a national, non-profit, trade association dedicated to promoting the full participation of minority-owned, woman-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises in airport contracts and employment opportunities.

Mr. Manik Arora, P.E., President & CEO61 Wilmington - West Chester Pike, Suite 100Chadds Ford, PA 19317 United StatesPh: (610) 459-7900, Fax: (610) 459-7950E-mail: marora@aroraengineers.comThe professionals of Arora Engineers, Inc. offer a complete range of engineering services in support of the M/E/P/FP, telecommunications, electrical aeronautical, and specialty electronic systems disciplines in the field of Aviation. These services include: Program Management; all phases of the detailed design process; Cost Estimating; Bid Services; Construction Administration; Construction Management; Construction Inspection Services; and Facilities Maintenance Management.

Mr. Daniel McSwain, Sales6370 Stonewood Drive, White Lake, MI 48383Tel: (866) 928-8873, Fax: (248) 684-1212E-mail: dmcswain@avturf.comAvTurf® is a common sense approach to enhancing airfield safety. The AvTurf team has extensive experience in aviation safety, airport operations, excavation and synthetic turf installation / manufacturing. Their experience comes through decades of airport certification inspections, disaster drills, accident investigations, maintenance and safety programs. With the addition of

Mr. Gary S. Loff, VP Of SalesPotomac Airfield, 10300 Glen Way, Fort Washington, MD 20744Ph: (301) 248-5720, Fax: (301) 248-3997E-mail: gloff@superawos.com Potomac Aviation Technology Corporation provides the first truly affordable Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS). Potomac Aviation designs and distributes the SuperAWOS, which is the only aviation and airport specific AWOS. Simpler to buy, install and maintain than any other AWOS, Potomac Aviation’s SuperAWOS provides real time weather including certified visibility and altimeter and automated UNICOM functions available at all times. Approved for all flight operations. AIP, State Grants eligible and on GSA Contract.

Mr. John W. Cozart, CEO, Robinson Aviation, Inc.1601 NW Expressway, Suite 850, Oklahoma City, OK 73118Phone: (405) 840-3771, Fax: (405) 840-3772E-mail: rva-va@msn.comRVA provides quality aviation support services including air traffic control, security, engineering, maintenance, NAVAIDS and communications installation.

Mr. Tom Kelty, New Business Development Manager977 Gahanna ParkwayColumbus, OH 43230 United StatesPh: (614) 573-8232, Fax: (614) 573-8332E-mail: tom.kelty@siemens.com Siemens Airfield Solutions (SAS) is one of Siemens’ operating companies in the United States. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, SAS is recognized as the global leader in providing innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support critical airfield operations. By supplying FAA-approved airfield lighting products and systems, SAS facilitates takeoffs and landings in adverse weather conditions and improves safety for aircraft on the ground. SAS also provides design-build capability, assisting its airport partners to smoothly and cost-effectively implement the latest technology for their airfield system control and monitoring needs.

Ms. Kristin Shaw, Regional Marketing Manager3100 Cumberland Blvd., Suite 1200, Atlanta, GA 30339Ph: (770) 303-3426, Fax: (770) 612-2265E-mail: kristin.shaw@sita.aeroSITA is the world leader in telecommunication and information solutions for airports and air transport organizations serving over 225 countries. SITA Airport and Desktop Services provides IT systems integration and a wide range of solutions, including: CUTE, dedicated and common use kiosks, airport databases, FIDS, dynamic multimedia signage systems for FIDS applications, common use wireless systems, passenger/baggage reconciliation systems and desktop solutions.

experts in synthetic fiber composition, manufacturing and installation, AvTurf has successfully pooled their ideas and experiences to design and implement the first ever artificial turf for airports. AvTurf was developed and tested specifically for the airfield environment.

Mr. Cecil Bickford, Tech Sales Engineer12300-A Amelia Drive, Houston, TX 77045 United StatesPh: (713) 434-7907, Fax: (713) 434-7807E-mail: cbickford@jamiesonfence.comSince its founding in 1943 by Mr. W.C. Jamieson, the company has evolved into a full service distributor of fencing supplies, access control products and manufacture of custom engineered gates. Jamieson has been committed to distinctive quality and unparalleled service to the fence professional throughout their long history. With an unmatched combination of the industry’s most experienced management and employees, Jamieson maintains an enviable reputation for integrity and excellence in all aspects of the fence supply and access control industries. Today, Jamieson Manufacturing Co. provides a full line of fencing materials, U.L. 325 & ASTM F2200 compliant access control products and engineered gates.

Mr. Bob Fulkerson, Marketing & Sales Manager16710 Imperial Valley Drive, Houston, TX 77060Phone: (713) 875-6521Fax: (832) 399-3740E-mail: bob.fulkerson@jbtc.comJBT AeroTech, Jetway Systems®, a business unit of JBT Corporation, is a world leader in the manufacture and supply of airport equipment. They provide integrated solutions for regional airports or global hubs: Jetway Passenger Boarding Bridges, JetPower® 400 Hz converters, JetAire® Pre-Conditioned air unit, Potable Water and Baggage chute systems.

Mr. Timothy Neubert, President14141 46th Street N., Suite 1206, Clearwater, FL 33762Phone: (727) 538-8744, Fax: (727) 538-8765E-mail: tneubert@airportnac.comNeubert Aero Corp. (NAC) is a leading global provider of quality airport safety products, GIS airfield data collection technology, friction pavement systems and services in support of airport operations. NAC is a Disabled Veteran Owned-Small Business located in Clearwater, Florida since 1998. Their primary focus is to enhance customer value by making airports safer, more reliable, and more cost-effective through unique capabilities in sophisticated manufacturing techniques, data programming, and airfield safety products and services. They are committed to redefining customer-supplier relationships across a broad array of core competencies, including safety, friction, communication and services — all through a spirit of partnership.

November 10 – 12, 2008

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MOTOROLA, INC.Mr. David Quinn, Director, Airports Vertical Markets3102 Baltimore Woods Dr., Buford, GA 30519 Tel: (404) 513-3283E-mail: David.Quinn@motorola.comWeb: www.motorola.com

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in Information Communications Technologies. The company develops products and services for custom-ers who seek solutions for mobility, connectivity, and automation of business capabilities. Its expand-ing Aviation Marketplace ICT solutions portfolio includes traditional Public Safety and current day solutions for IT focused Airside, Landside, Safety & Security, Facilities & Maintenance, Development, and Administration Systems. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information visit www.motorola.com

THYSSENKRUPP AIRPORT SYSTEMS, INC.Mr. Enver Sarilar, Sales Manager3201 N. Sylvania Avenue, Suite 100EFort Worth, TX 76111 United StatesTel: (817) 210-5012, Fax: (817) 834-6985E-mail: enver.sarilar@thyssenkrupp.comWeb: www.tkaps.com

With 35+ years experience as a boarding bridge manufacturer, ThyssenKrupp provides “turn-key” boarding bridge solutions. The bridge features a smooth-sided exterior and wood-free design. ThyssenKrupp bridges offer lower life cycle cost and trouble-free performance. Steel or Glass-sided apron drive and fixed bridges, with Regional Jet service capability, our bridges are customized to fit client requirements.

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Executive MembersCREELMAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dr. Lynn CreelmanPresident280 Harvest Ridge WayPaso Robles, CA 93446 Tel: (805) 237-9500Fax: (805) 237-2384E-mail: lynn@lynncreelman.comWeb: www.lynncreelman.com

Creelman & Associates offers environmental and IT services that integrate sustainable development principles into operations, master planning and construction activities. The firm has IT expertise in GIS and IT security and environmental expertise is in Air Quality, Climate Change and Environmental Impact Assessment.

WATT, TIEDER, HOFFAR & FITZGERALD, LLPMr. Kirk NiemiAttorney - Partner8405 Greensboro Drive, Suite 100McLean, VA 22102 Tel: (703) 749-1000Fax: (703) 893-8029E-mail: kniemi@wthf.comWeb: www.whtf.com

WTHF is one of the largest construction law firms in the world, with a practice that encompasses all aspects of construction contracting and public procurement. WTHF has been involved in major construction projects, including airports, highways, military bases, nuclear power plants and commercial and public facilities around the world.

Associate MembersBOINGO WIRELESSOrlando SaezVice President Airport Marketing200 W. Madison Suite 2830Chicago, IL 60606 Tel: (312) 521-7213Fax: (312) 357-2959E-mail: osaez@boingo.comWeb: www.boingo.com

Boingo Wireless, Inc. is the global leader in Wi-Fi, making it easy for consumers to enjoy Wi-Fi access on their laptop or mobile device at more than 100,000 hotspots worldwide. Through Concourse Communications Group, Boingo operates wired and wireless networks at 32 airports worldwide, providing connectivity to airport services.

IER, INC.Mr. Herve MullerVice President and General Manager2015 Midway Rd, Ste. 111Carrollton, TX 75006 Tel: (972) 991-2292Fax: (972) 991-1044E-mail: hmuller@ier-corp.comWeb: www.ier.aero

IER is the world’s leading supplier for large trans-portation networks of ticketing terminals, readers, access control equipment, and vehicle and pedestrian access control and security systems. In addition, IER is a leading supplier of automatic identification systems, mobile computing, and RFID traceability solutions.

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Legislative News

ln 08-11Congress Approves $1.95 Billion in AIP Funding through March 6, 2009•ACC Meets with Chairman Jim Oberstar on the FAA Reauthorization•FY 2009 DHS Spending Approved•

Regulatory News

Rn 8-04FAA Issues AIP Grant Procedures through March 2009•

ACC Updates Between September and November 2008, ACC released e-mail supplements to this publication. These supplements are also available at www.ACConline.org.

2009 CONFERENCESFebruary 25 – 26, 2009ACC/AAAE AIRPORT PLANNING, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION SYMPOSIUMDenver, CO

July 15 – 16, 2009ACC/FAA/TSA SUMMER WORKSHOP SERIESArlington, VA

november 9 – 11, 2009ACC 31ST ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPOSITIONLake Las Vegas, NV

ACC INSTITUTEJune 3 – 4, 2009AIRPORT PROJECT DELIVERY SUMMITTBD

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LINDA PIERCE, P.E. AND DR. THOMAS VAN DAM, P.E. joined Applied Pavement Technology as a Senior Engineer and a Program Director. They joined the Applied Pavement team with over 20 years of industry experience and extensive work with industry organizations such as American Association of State Highway and Transportation Offi cials (AASHTO), Transportation Research Board (TRB), and American Concrete Institute (ACI).

AVCON, Inc. announced three additions to its Orlando, Florida Corporate Headquarters. FRANK C. FOUNTAIN, E.I. joins as a Project Engineer with 7 years experience in project and construction management and stormwater treat-ment system and State/Local site design. HILARY MAULL was named Project Engineer, bringing nearly 10 years of experience as a Professional Engineer in the state of Florida and expertise in all areas of design and construction for General Aviation. RUSSELL D. HOLLIDAY, P.E. joined AVCON as a Senior Project Manager to support the fi rm’s activities in aviation planning and design. He has over 15 years of experience in project management and engineering design.

PHILIP DEVITA was named Director of Air Quality Services by Harris Miller Miller & Hanson Inc. (HMMH). DeVita is an AMS Certifi ed Consulting Meteorologist with 18 years of experience in modeling, permitting, emissions characterization, meteorological monitoring, and renewable energy assessment. He will work out of the fi rm’s Burlington, Massachusetts offi ce.

ROY HERWIG, P.E. was hired by Woolpert, Inc. as a water management Project Director in its Atlanta offi ce. As creator of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Capacity, Management, Operations, and Maintenance (CMOM) program, Herwig brings more than 40 years of environmen-tal engineering and management experience to the Woolpert team.

TERESA VANDERBERG will lead Environmental Science Associates (ESA’s) Biological Resources and Land Management practice. Located in the Seattle offi ce, Vanderberg will provide leadership for the $10 million biological resources practice across the fi rm’s offi ces in Washington, Oregon, and California.

On the Move And the Winner Is…

WALBRIDGE has been awarded a contract for the construction of seven buildings at the new Panama City-Bay County International Airport in Bay County, Florida. The contract includes a new 120,000 square foot Terminal Building, an Air Traffi c Control Tower, Rental Car Facilities, Public Safety Building, Maintenance Facility, UtilitybuildingandanAirCargoBuilding.The project included an intensive value engi-neering effort that also included ACC executive members PBS&J, KBR, and HNTB. Bids for the project were received by the Panama City Bay County Airport and Industrial District (the airport authority) on August 8, 2008.

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OPPORTUNITIES continued from page 1

To the extent possible given the recent credit crunch, these airports should probably move forward with their current capital plans. Rebounds in demand in the aviation industry have historically been dramatic, and the current decline in operations may well provide some opportunity to complete airfi eld modernization projects without increasing local or system-wide delays. In fact, it may provide the opportunity to accelerate some terminal or airfi eld capacity enhancement projects where exotic phasing, driven by the need to minimize delays, has dramatically increased both the risk and cost of projects.

For example, where a terminal airside expan-sion is proposed, a short-term decrease in gate demand may allow an expansion project to be

“fenced” out of the security identifi cation area (SIDA), reducing its cost as well as limiting interference with terminal and airside opera-tions. For these airports, consultants can help identify the potential for simplifying phasing, which will save time and money. A supporting risk assessment should be developed to propose acceleration to governing board members, who need to weigh public perceptions of their actions with the needs of the airport. Consultants can help educate the media and the public to separate specifi c airport issues from the general economic discussion.

Airports Facing UncertaintyThe second group of airports includes those where native origin-destination demand is only moderately tied to business or specifi c destina-tions, and a large portion of this demand can be considered discretionary. This group faces greater uncertainty. Demand is suffi cient to have service, but the level of service in terms of the number of non-stop destinations and the number of carriers is unclear.

The fi nal group of airports includes locations that have little non-leisure origin-destination demand. These are locations where demand is elastic with respect to price and where yields to the airlines are marginal, particularly where smaller regional jets were formerly the appropri-ate aircraft size to produce acceptable yields. These locations will either lose service entirely or may be served by turbo-prop aircraft rather than regional jets, with possible adverse effects on demand.

For these last two groups, airport management needs to identify the likely effects of the current restructuring on facility needs. For example, airfi eld operations will decrease at locations where the numbers of fl ights are decreasing, but the non-stop destinations and the number of airlines may remain essentially the same. At these airports, landside and terminal process-ing facilities will be subjected to increasing peak loads due to the realities of the airlines scheduling processes.

While it may make sense to delay some major capital development programs, if they are de-pendent on service levels or can be affected by discretionary demand, projects that ensure the safe and effi cient operation and maintenance of airports are still required.

Ask the following questions when exploring possible activities at these airports:

Does the airport currently have a progressive •maintenance program and a modern work order tracking program?

Does the airport have a viable pavement •maintenance program?

Does the airport have a graphic information •system (GIS) developed? If so, does it include building, real estate, leasing, and other infor-mation that supports airport management’s day-to-day functions?

Does the airport have an information •“backbone” in place (typically a fi ber optic framework for airport management and ten-ants to use to more effi ciently manage their operations)?

Are there opportunities to make simple •changes that will result in operational cost savings? For example, the use of compact fl uorescent or LED lighting and hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles can minimize power consumption and operational costs.

Are security systems up-to-date? Do they •include biometrics? Are perimeter security systems adequate? Do vehicle gates have adequate automatic barriers? These will all need to be upgraded to meet new and changing standards, and they may have been delayed because of costs associated with major capital development programs.

Has the ALP been reviewed for safety is-•sues, such as minimizing the opportunity for runway incursions? Does the airport have adequate runway safety areas?

“…consultants can help identify the potential for simplifying phasing, which will save time and money.”

“…airport management needs to identify the likely effects of the current restructuring on facility needs”

“Consultants can help educate the media and the public…”

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COMMITTEE CHAIR VICE-CHAIR

Technical

Engineering Stephen MoultonReynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc.

J. J. MortonKimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.

EnvironmentalMary Ellen EaganHarris Miller Miller & Hanson Inc.

Tom Klin CH2M HILL

Information Technology & Systems

Peter DallawayDMJM Aviation / AECOM

Manik AroraArora Engineers

Planning John van WoenselCH2M HILL

Mark KuttrusWilbur Smith Associates

Safety & Security Solomon Wong InterVISTAS

Patricia KrallL-3 Communications

Terminal Al MichejdaHNTB

Pat AskewPerkins + Will

GovernmenT affairs

Legislative & Regulatory

Dale WildeHoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc.

Carlos MaedaPBS&J

Procurement Andy Platz Mead & Hunt, Inc.

Marc Champigny The Louis Berger Group, Inc.

Project Delivery Ted KleinerSTV Incorporated

Tom DarmodyHOK

services

ACC InstituteDavid Peshkin Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.

Laurie CullenHNTB

Awards Woodie WoodwardWoodward & Associates

Gloria BenderTransSolutions

Globalization &International Affairs

Alex Van GroenewoudHatch Mott MacDonald

Steve PetersJacobs

evenTs

ACC/AAAE AirportPlanning, Design & Construction Symposium

Courtney BeamonDelta Airport Consultants, Inc.

Christine BodouvaWilliam Nicholas Bodouva & Associates

Summer Workshop Series

Mark KoesterStantec Consulting

Wayne J. SeilerAll About Pavements, Inc.

ACC Annual Conference

Brenda TillmannRW Armstrong

Mike FloydKimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.

operaTions

Bylaws Terry RuhlCH2M HILL

Stephen PelhamReveal Imaging Technologies, Inc.

Marketing/Membership

Pam Keidel-AdamsWilbur Smith Associates

Kevin QuanEngineered Arresting Systems Corp. (ESCO)

Nominating Evan FuttermanHNTB

Mike DeVoyRW Armstrong

Strategic Planning &Implementation

Jerry Farrar Earth Tech-AECOM

Roddy BoggusGresham, Smith & Partners

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Are the pavement surfaces, including fillets, •appropriate for the current aircraft fleet serv-ing the airport?

Is the airport still using terminal check-in floor •plates for baggage screening? If so, moving screening activities into the baggage makeup area can “buy” additional check-in space at a relatively low cost. Likewise, remodeling the check-in area to support modern activities, instead of outdated ticket counters still seen in many airports, provides additional capacity within existing structures at a minimal cost.

Is there land that needs to be “banked,” either •for future development or to provide protec-tion for the airport from future incompatible land uses? Now may be a good time to begin such acquisition programs as well as to ensure that there are no outstanding issues related to FAA’s policies regarding noise, land, property acquisition/disposal regulations, etc.

In specific situations, there will be additional opportunities for these airports to prepare themselves for the future. Airport consultants can assist their clients in identifying opportuni-ties and provide the necessary information to support airport management in presenting these plans to their governing bodies.

What is the benefit for consultants? The analysis necessary to provide clients with this type of information requires the use of senior staff that is capable of looking at the big picture and identifying opportunities. Therefore, it is a perfect time for senior consultants to mentor younger staff. Teams can be developed to foster a better understanding of interactions that exist in the operation, maintenance and development of airports. While this doesn’t produce the cash flow of a major design or program management assignment, it provides the ability to maintain key staff and develop future leaders within practice areas. When uncertainty retreats and aviation once again booms, both the senior staff and new leaders will be available and ready to address new challenges. It is also an excellent time for consultants to demonstrate that they are keeping the best interests of their clients in mind.

2009 ACC Committee Leadership

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The Airport Consultants Council (ACC) Aviation Award of Excellence recognizes the contributions of an individual, group, or organization to the airport and aviation industry.

While consultants are not eligible for the Award, candidates whose contributions qualifying them for nomination were completed within two years of their nomination and who have subsequently become consultants will be eligible for consideration.

Past RecipientsPast recipients of the prestigious ACC Aviation Award of Excellence include:

Gina Marie Lindsey, Executive Director, Los Angeles World Airport

James Bennett, A.A.E., President and Chief Executive Officer, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

Frederick W. Smith, President & CEO, FedEx Corporation

Jeffrey P. Fegan, CEO, Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport

James C. DeLong, AAE, former Director of Aviation, Louisville Airport Authority

Lydia Kennard, Former Executive Director, Los Angeles World Airports

Norman Y. Mineta, DOT Secretary

Bombardier Aerospace, Manufacturer of the CRJ Series Regional Jet

Bud Shuster, Chairman, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

James L. Oberstar, Ranking Democratic Member, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

Donald D. Engen, Director, National Air and Space Museum

Gordon Bethune, Chairman and CEO, Continental Airlines

Aviation Week Group, Publishers of Aviation Daily & Airports

Leonard L. Griggs, FAA Assistant Administrator for Airports

Herbert D. Kelleher, President, Chairman of the Board and CEO, Southwest Airlines

Federico F. Peña, Former Mayor, City of Denver

Samuel K. Skinner, DOT Secretary

Positions listed are those held at the time that the award was presented

The Airport Consultants Council

A N N O U N C ES …

The 2 0 0 9

ACC Aviation Award of Excellence

Call FOR NOMINATIONS

PLEASE submit YOUR NOMINATIONS by January 30, 2009

TO: Woodie Woodward, ACC 2009 Awards Committee Chair, Phone: (202) 549-5557; Fax: (703) 683-2564E-mail: Woodwardwsh@aol.com

NominationsPlease use the following format when submitting nominations:

noMinEE — Identify the individual with title, organization, contact information (address, phone, fax and e-mail)

noMinAToR — Identify the individual submitting the nomination with title, organization and contact information

REAson/QuAliFiCATions — Describe in 150 words or less the nominee’s contributions that warrant their selection for the award. Focus on the award purpose and selection criteria when describing the nominee’s contributions. Additional supporting materials are not required.

Award PresentationThe ACC Aviation Award of Excellence will be presented at the ACC 31st Annual Conference & Exposition, November 9 – 11, 2009 at the Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort, Lake Las Vegas, Nevada.

Selection CriteriaThe selection of the recipient is based upon the extent to which their contributions meet the following criteria:

■ Are significant, visionary and/or innovative;

■ Have advanced the airport and aviation industry and

■ Are a public service.

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ACC Institute Looking to 2009

2008 Highlights2008 was another strong year for the ACC Institute. Once again ACC took advantage of partnering with other organizations such as AAAE, ACI-NA and FAA to develop quality courses and substantially increase marketing and participation in the courses. The Institute sponsored seven courses and had a record number of participants. The successful courses included:

AiRFiElD PAVEMEnT DEsiGn AnD EVAluATion :: This newly revised two and a half-day workshop covered the proposed revisions to the FAA Advisory Circular on airfield pavement design (150/5320-6E). The courses were held in Denver, Colorado at the end of April; San Diego, California in August; and Arlington, Virginia in November.

TECHniQuEs FoR AiRFiElD PAVEMEnT MAinTEnAnCE, REPAiR & REHABiliTATion CouRsE :: This two-day workshop was held in conjunction with the AOA Conference & Expo, June 1 – 2, 2008 in Milwaukee, WI. Workshop topics included an overview of airport pavement types and typical performance, distress identification, maintenance and rehabilitation techniques for both flexible and rigid pavements, and techniques to improve overlay performance.

3RD AnnuAl ACC/ACi-nA/AGC PRoJECT DEliVERY suMMiT :: Over 80 airport owners, consultants and contractors attend this popular conference in San Diego, CA August 13 – 14, 2008. The summit included interactive workshops and expert panelists with information that benefited project delivery novices and seasoned airport professionals.

3RD AnnuAl ACC/AAAE ConFEREnCE on inFoRMATion TECHnoloGY AnD sYsTEMs AT AiRPoRTs :: Over 80 participants attended the Conference in San Diego, CA on October 26 – 28, 2008. Topical sessions on the latest IT trends at airports were held, along with an interactive panel featuring airport Chief Information Officers.

ACC/ACi-nA/FAA nEPA EssEnTiAls CouRsE :: This workshop is scheduled for November 13 and 14, 2008 in Tampa, Florida. The program will feature numerous case studies and workshops to give participants hands-on training in airport environmental issues.

2009 Solicitation :: Course Suggestions/ChampionsNext year promises to be even more successful, with new course offerings and increased participation. In order to support this success and offer you more opportunities to learn and teach, ACC is soliciting ideas and concepts for potential ACC Institute courses in 2009.

NOMINATIONS FOR NEW ACC INSTITUTE COURSESIf you are interested in suggesting or championing a course, please fi ll out the questionnaire below. Send your name and contact information to T.J. Schulz by December 15, 2008 at tjs@ACConline.org or fax (703) 683-2564.

What is the Course Title and General Theme?1)

Who Is the Course “Champion”? 2) Every ACC course must have a person(s) who is willing to guide the course from conceptual-ization through development. This person will be responsible for not only spearheading the creation of a course, but also for identifying course goals, standards and learning outcomes, developing the curriculum, identifying speakers, and marketing the course to peers.

What is the Course Concept? 3) Course proposals should include the primary content of the course, learning outcomes and the instructional approach (team learning concept, case studies, etc).

What are the Offering Details?4) What frequency, location and duration for the course(s) do you propose?

What is the Demand for this Course?5) Is similar training on this subject already offered? Is this course based on FAA Advisory Circulars or some other well accepted body of knowledge? Describe the potential market for this course.

What is the Course Development Schedule?6) Please provide a development schedule with milestones.

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20 Consulting, Winter 2008/09

FAA Reauthorization O U T L O O K F O R 2 0 0 9

CONGRESS has been work-ing on the FAA

reauthorization bill for more than two years. The House of Representatives passed its reauthorization bill (H.R. 2881) in September of 2007. Their Senate counterparts were not able to clear their bill (S. 1300). It died on the Senate floor in May 2008 due to controversial non-aviation related provisions that were attached to the measure. As a result, the bill is 13 months delayed and a total of six exten-sion bills have been passed.

The current extension expires in March of 2009, and it will be up to the next adminis-tration and Congress to resurrect the FAA reauthorization next year. Since this is a new Congress, new bills will have to be introduced, marked-up by committees and passed by the respective chambers.

What can the aviation industry expect next year?

THE PLAYERSFirst, there will be a lot of change in Washington. A new president will bring new leadership at federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration. This transi-tion will take time as candidates are vet-ted and eventually confirmed by the Senate. Once this FAA leadership is in place, possibly in early Spring, it will be expected to draft a new reauthorization bill that reflects the incoming administration’s priorities.

Looking to the House, it appears that the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leadership, which has jurisdiction over the FAA bill, will remain the same. According to reports from the committee, a bill very similar to H.R. 2881 will be introduced early next year with some “tweaks.” Quick passage of the new bill by the House is expected.

The Senate may be more deliberate. Certain election results may cause shifts in Senate committee leadership, which could delay re-introduction and consideration of a bill. The Senate may also wait until a reauthorization proposal is developed and submitted by the new administration.

THE ISSUESWhile some players may change, many of the issues and controversies surrounding the FAA bill will remain for the new Congress and administration to resolve. Some major issues include:

Financing: Changes to the federal avi-ation financing system was a considerable barrier to passage of a bill, particularly in the Senate, this past year. This issue mobilized numerous constituencies and grassroots efforts. The good news is that agreements appeared to be reached in the Senate, which could clear a large obstacle if the compromise sticks next year.

PFCs: The House and Senate bills varied considerably on the issue of PFCs. The House increased the cap to $7.00, while the Senate only included a pilot program that allowed limited airports to increase PFCs. The House and Senate will have to eventually work out these differences.

Airline service and capacity cutbacks may complicate the push for a PFC increase.

Labor: Battle lines were drawn over certain provisions relating to air traffic controller contracts and unionization rights for certain freight carriers. The results of the presidential election could serve to facilitate, or possibly further complicate, resolution on this issue.

Other Legislation: A new presi-dent and Congress will bring a rush to pass large-scale legislation that will reflect new priorities. On the transportation front, the FAA bill will now share the stage with reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. The highway and transit bill will dominate the attention of the transportation community, but may boost efforts to consider and approve the FAA bill as soon as possible before taking on this massive legislation.

Overall, it will take a unified effort by the aviation community to push for resolution on these issues. Given the uncertainty in the aviation industry, passage of a multi-year FAA reauthorization bill is critical to support airport capital projects across the country.

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