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The AAAE Certified Member Modules are materials airport managers can use as... - Airport regulation - Airport case Law - Final authoritative documents ... [Show More] - A daily reference and field guide - Answer- A daily reference and field guide Which statement is False? - Each Airport has its own unique geography - it is impossible to accurately capture how each public-use airport in the US operates at all levels of its position - When you've seen one airport, you've seen one airport - Each airport has the same operating characteristics - Answer- Each airport has the same operating characteristics When using the term "Airport Sponsor", the authors of the AAAE modules are referring to the... - Airport director - Governing body - Federal Aviation Administration - Airport management - Answer- Governing body An airport has many customers, however, the airport must serve the... - Community - Stakeholders - Pilot - Airlines - Answer- Pilot In 1970, The Airport and Airway Development Act brought about all except the following - Airport and Airway Trust Fund - Planning Grant Program (PGP) - Airport Development Aid Program (ADAP) - National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) - Answer- National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) (T/F) The FAA does not include in its planning or funding decision-making any private airports unless they are publicly accessible or military airports that do not host any civilian operations. - Answer- True The National Plan of integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) identifies 3,345 public-use airports that are important to the national air transportation system and eligible to receive grant funds under the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP). An airport can be included in the NPIAS for all of the following reasons except... - GA reliever airport - Serving a community that is at least 15 minutes from the nearest NIPIAS airport - Publicly owned - Part of a State Airport System - Answer- Serving a community that is at least 15 minutes from the nearest NPIAS airport Commercial service airports are grouped into two major categories - National and Regional - Civilian and Military - Large hub and small hub - Primary and non-primary - Answer- Primary and non-primary A passenger enplanement can be defined as... - A passenger using a handicap ramp - A take-off and a landing - A passenger boarding a commercial flight - A passenger getting off any type of aircraft - Answer- A passenger boarding a commercial flight The FAA uses three primary measurements to gauge airport activity. Which statistic is not one of the three? - Total passenger traffic - Passenger enplanements - Aircraft operations - Cargo tonnage - Answer- Total passenger traffic Although federally regulated, public-use airports can be operated by all of the following organizational structures except - Airport Authority - City - State Government - Department of Commerce - Answer- Department of Commerce Successful airports can be observed creating effective working relationships between - City and County - Vendors and Customers - Airlines and Pilots - Airport policy makers and Management - Answer- Airport policy makers and Management (T/F) Airport sponsors must maintain their responsibility to the FAA to operate the airport as an essential component of the national aviation system without regard to any negative impact to the airport's community - Answer- False As a manager of a federally obligated public-use airport, your airport generates revenue, such as landing fees, building rentals, and fuel flowage fees. What percentage of the income derived must be utilized for airport purposes? - 0% - 100% - 100% in excess of Fair Market Value (FMV) - 50% - Answer- 100% Airports are distinctly different from traditional municipal operations in that they can operate as - Centralized governments - Federal agencies - L.L.Cs - Stand-alone enterprises - Answer- Stand-alone enterprises Generally, airport authority board members are compensated as follows: - $1 a year to comply with federal and state labor laws - Fair Market Value - Minimum Wage - Do not receive compensation and serve in a voluntary capacity - Answer- Do not receive compensation and serve in a voluntary capacity Each type of airport of ownership has advantages and disadvantages. What is a potential disadvantage to the municipality owned structure? - Power to tax and issue bonds - access to other city/county departments - Can be viewed as another department of the city/county - Access to larger sources of funding - Answer- Can be viewed as another department of the City/County The debate over the status of the airport as either a public entity or a business enterprise will likely continue for decades, but the simplest understanding is that... - An airport is a government entity run by elected officials - An airport is a Department of Transportation sub-organization - An airport is a public entity that is run like a business - An airport is an enterprise fund with many departments - Answer- An airport is a public entity that is run like a business The most common positions at an airport that are outside of the vertical structure are the - Finance and administration personnel - Operations and maintenance positions - Legal counsel and auditor - Certification inspector and regulator - Answer- Legal counsel and auditor The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 resulted in the Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001 moving the airport and aircraft operator security regulations from the FAA to the newly created - Transportation Security Administration - Civil Aviation Office - Dept. of Homeland Security - National Transportation Security Board - Answer- Transportation Security Administration As a new airport manager trying to inventory all applicable airport laws, and regulations, he or she be careful not to omit which form of hidden regulation? - FARs - FAA orders - Cert. Alerts - Grant Assurances - Answer- Grant Assurances The Flight Standards District Office, commonly known as FSDO, is responsible for - Food safety on the concourses - Flow of air traffic and NAVAID maintenance - Enforcing laws for aircraft and pilot certification and licensing - Regulating all aviation safety in the US - Answer- Enforcing laws for aircraft and pilot certification and licensing Federal Grant Assurances require the airport operator to do all of the following except: - Operate the airport in the public interest - Use specific lands approved by the FAA for non-aeronautical use to generate revenue to support the airport's aviation needs - Grant exclusive rights for aeronautical purposes or uses - Maintain the airport in good and serviceable condition - Answer- Grant exclusive rights for aeronautical purposes or uses If the FAA or an aeronautical user believes that the airport is in violation of its Grant Assurances, it may file a complaint with the FAA through the Part 13 or Part 16 process. Part 13 complaints are... - Considered informal - Handled with definitive timelines - submitted straight to FAA headquarters - Typically used for Grant Assurance Violations - Answer- Considered Informal (T/F) The Federal government has complete authority over airspace and aircraft operations. - Answer- True Airport land use is critical component of airport management. Grant Assurance 5. Preserving Rights and Powers prevents an airport Sponsor from taking any action that may deprive the Airport Sponsor of its rights to - Charge fees consistent with the sustainability rule - Create jobs and payroll - Direct and control airport development - Regulate interstate commerce - Answer- Direct and control airport development (T/F) The FAA Grant Assurances require the Airport Executive to attempt to prevent both incompatible land use and obstructions to the navigable airspace around the airport even it it's beyond the airports property boundaries - Answer- True The airport property map does all of the following except - Show funding source used to acquire tracts - Show proposed airport development - Indicate use of land - Indicate how tracts were acquired - Answer- Show proposed airport development Defending the airport from incompatible off-airport land use starts with which document? - Airport Master Plan - ALD Drawing - Airport Rules and Regulations - "Exhibit A" Property Map - Answer- Airport Master Plan While the FAA has traditionally opposed residential land use on and around airports, all of the following are allowable except - Aircraft rescue and fire fighting facilities with 24-hour coverage requirement - Finance manager sleeping room during single-audit - Temporary pilot or crew rest facilities - Air ambulance operations - Answer- Finance manager sleeping room during single-audit Kansas State University's Polytechnic Campus is an "off-airport" entity and is a perfect example of a - Non-aeronautical user - Through-the-fence-operator - Exclusive right tenant - Fixed Base Operator - Answer- Through-the-fence operator Grant Assurance 19 requires the airport to be operating all times in a safe and serviceable condition. The two primary guiding documents that serve as airport Sponsor tools in this endeavor are the - Airport Emergency Plan and Certification Manual - Minimum Standards and Airport Rules and Regulations - Airport Master Plan and "Exhibit A" Property Map - Airport Layout Plan and Drawing - Answer- Minimum Standards and Airport Rules and Reguations The FAA's hangar use policy was clarified in 2016 whereby it stated that aircraft hangars should be used to store aircraft, which is an approved aeronautical use. If this policy is violated, the federal government is essentially subsidizing - A non-aeronautical function on an airport - Airport hangar maintenance - An aeronautical use - Airfield operations - Answer- A non-aeronautical function on an airport Grant Assurance 39 relates to competitive access for air carriers. If an Airport Sponsor is already served by one air carrier and doesn't have existing facilities to accommodate a 2nd interested air carrier in establishing service, the Airport Sponsor - Has met its obligation if there are no existing facilities remaining to add another airline - Should report this to the Secretary of Transportation - Should work to accommodate the interested air carrier - can prohibit the new air carrier from operating at the airport - Answer- Should work to accommodate the interested air carrier Far Part 43, Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration provides pilots the ability to perform maintenance on any aircraft they own or operate, provided the plane is not used to conduct - Commercial flight operations - IFR flight operations - TTF flights - Flights with passengers other than the pilot - Answer- Commercial Flight Operations Airports must generate revenue in order to provide for the safe, secure and efficient transportation system that is expected by the public and the FAA. Revenue can be categorized as all of the following except - Capital - Aeronautical - Non-aeronautical - non-operating - Answer- Capital (T/F) Airport tenants do not expect to be charged more than it costs to cover the expenses associated with providing a safe, secure, and efficient airport operation. - Answer- True Which of the following is not an example of airport operating revenue - Passenger Facility Charges - Fuel flowage fees - Rental cars - Concessions - Answer- Passenger Facility Charges Utilizing airport revenue for purposes other than airport capital or operating costs is a violation of Grant Assurance 25 and is known as - Non-aeronautical subsidies - Posserory tax violation - Revenue diversion - Payments in Lieu of Taxes - Answer- Revenue diversion The Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 requires airports to be as self-sustaining as possible. Self-sustaining means - The airport has built up large revenue surpluses - The airport does not accept federal or state grant monies for capital projects - The airport fees are fair and reasonable - The airport relies only on its revenue streams for operational expenses - Answer- The airport relies only on its revenue streams for operational expenses The FAA's Rates and Charges Policy provides comprehensive guidance on the legal requirement that airport fees be (select all that apply) - Not unjustly discriminatory - Reasonable - Sweetheart deal - Fair - Answer- Not unjustly discriminatory, Reasonable, Fair Fair market fees for use of the airport are required for non-aeronautical use of the airport and are - Required for non-airfield aeronautical use - Optional for non-airfield aeronautical use - Answer- Optional for non-airfield aeronautical use The Airport Sponsor would not need to recieve Fair Market Value (FMV) if it leased property to which of the following - Corporation - Limited Liability Company - Angel Flights - Sole Propietorship - Answer- Angel Flights The residual method of rates and charges setting can best be described as - The airport applies excess non-aeronautical revenue to the airfield costs to reduce air carrier fees. - A hybrid between a compensatory and rate-based method - The airport is required to make sure the expenses do not exceed the revenue received - The airport assumes all liability for airport costs and retains all airport revenue and the user is charged only for the cost of the aeronautical facility - Answer- The airport applies excess non-aeronautical revenue to the airfield costs to reduce air carrier fees. (T/F) The FAA will not allow airport improvement program grant funding to be used for Value Engineered projects - Answer- False There are many IT systems at airports. All the systems below are examples of common IT systems at airports except - Airfield lighting - Flight information Displays - Majority-of-interest (MII) - Property and Asset Management Systems - Answer- Majority-of-interest (MII) Most will agree that a __________ year lease, is a life-time lease - 75 - 99 - 65 - 35 - Answer- 99 A current trend in airport concessions at medium to large-hub airports are the - Duty-free shops - Local Mom & Pop Shops - Self-serve coffee shops - Shopping center and/or brand-name concessions - Answer- Shopping center and/or brand-name concessions All of the following are common types of lease agreements except - Modified gross - Straight - Revaluation - Graduated - Percentage - Answer- Modified gross There are 3 basic approaches to leasing concession space. Under the standard approach, the airport management directly leases and manages the space. With this method - Does not benefit from larger share of revenues if successful - Assumes no risk - The airport assumes the risk and will benefit from a larger portion of the revenue if the concession is successful - Shares the risk equally with a development company - Answer- The airport assumes the risk and will benefit from a larger portion of the revenue if the concession is successful Airports are capital intensive facilities. Select all the most common ways airport sponsors can generate monies for capital projects - PFC's - Customer Facility Charges - Bonds - Bank operating loan - Answer- PFC's, Customer Facility Charges, Bonds Passenger Facility Charges are - Unlimited ticket taxes set by each airport - Levied on commercial airline tickets - Collected by the airport FBO - Collected by charter operators and remitted to the airport sponsors - Answer- Levied on commercial airline tickets A common activity on airport is "self-fueling". This process means the aircraft owner - Uses a fuel from renewable energy source - Operates an FBO - Does not have to pay the airport sponsor a fuel flowage fee _ Obtains and uses fuel from the source of his/her preference - Answer- Obtains and uses fuel from the source of his/her preference (T/F) FAA Airport Improvement Program Funding and Passenger Facility Charges were designed under the concept that the users of the aviation systems, as opposed to all citizens, would pay for the aviation transport systems. - Answer- True The AIP process is regulated under FAA order 5100-38C otherwise known as the Airport Improvement Program Handbook. Periodically the FAA will issue __________ to add or revise guidance about the administration of AIP related to the AIP Handbook. - Advisory Circulars (AC) - FARs - Program Guidance Letters (PGL) - Airport Directives (ADs) - Answer- Program Guidance Letters (PGL) The Law requires that AIP entitlement funds be apportioned by formula each year. The apportionment, depending on the type of airport, can be based upon all of the following except - Passenger enplanements - Aircraft operations - Fuel flowage - Amount of cargo - Answer- Fuel flowage The funds remaining after the entitlement apportionment are known as - Slush fund - Discretionary funds - Set-aside funds - Reliever funds - Answer- Discretionary funds (T/F) With the ADO being responsible for carrying out the grant process, it would be in the airport executive's best interest to have their local government lobby and influence the ADO federal employees. - Answer- False (T/F) PFC's have caused problems for bond rating companies because the legislation creating PFC's allowed the FAA to terminate PFC authorization under certain circumstances. - Answer- True Which of the following is an advantage to issuing General Obligation Bonds for financing airport capital improvements? - Typically issued at a lower interest rate than other types of bonds - Secured by the revenue generated by the indebted facility - Payment is backed by the full faith and credit of the airport lessee - Can be issued for up to 40 years - Answer- Typically issued at a lower interest rate than other types of bonds The Air Traffic Control (ATC) system in our industry is seeing significant changes due to the use of - Localizer - VORs - GPS - Glideslope - Answer- GPS (T/F) Planning is a critical component in maintaining the airport as a valuable community asset. Airport planning is performed at the national, state, regional and local levels of government and industry. - Answer- True The federal plan for airports provides the federal government perspective on the role of each public-use airport in the national air transportation system. This plan is known as the - National Master Plan - National Plan of Integrated Airport System - Federal Airport Improvement Program - State Aviation System Plan - Answer- National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems Which of the following are the primary areas of an airport (check all that apply) - Roadside - Landside - Terminal - Airside - Answer- Landside, Terminal, Airside Grant Assurance #29 (Airport Layout Plan) requires that the Airport Sponsor keep the Airport Layout Plan updated at all times. The primary functions of the ALP include all the following except - Blueprint for airport development - Necessary for the airport to receive AIP funding - Public document that serves as a record of aeronautical requirements - Depicts aviation forecast demands - Answer- Depicts aviation forecast demands (T/F) A standard Airport Layout Plan is comprised of one or two sketches. - Answer- False The ALP becomes a legal document after it is approved and signed by the - Transportation Security Administration - Airport Sponsor governing body - Federal Aviation Administration - State Department of Transportation - Answer- Federal Aviation Administration The FAA ADO office can make the following type of changes on the ALP if they are minor in scope. - Draft watermarked - Pen-and-Ink - Penciled in - Preliminary - Answer- Pen-and-Ink The FAA provides for which three levels of ALP approval (select all three) - Unqualified - Unconditional - Conditional - Mixed - Answer- Unconditional, Conditional, Mixed The FAA defines "near-term" as a project that is - Ripe for decision - Shovel-ready - Is designed with plans on the shelf - Ready within 1 year - Answer- Ripe for decision Airport sponsors keep pilots up-to-date on airport data and information using the following means (check all that apply) - 7460-1 - NPIAS - NOTAMs - Airport Facility Directory - Answer- NOTAMs, Airport Facility Directory The projects listed in the NPIAS fall into which three general categories of work. (Select all 3) - Physical Component - Purpose - Airspace - Type of work - Answer- Type of work, Physical Component, Purpose (T/F) The Airport Master Plan can set forth the direction of the airport for one to two decades. - Answer- True (T/F) An Airport Sponsor completed a Master Plan 6 years ago and has been following the program, including the capital improvement projects as outlined in the plan. A new opportunity emerged that is not in the Master Plan or on the approved ALP. The Sponsor should not be surprised when the project is not immediately eligible for AIP funding. - Answer- True The FAA _____________ the Forecast and Airport Layout Plan as p [Show Less]
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AAAE CM Module 4 Questions with Verified Answers
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) - Answer- catalyst for public awareness and response to aircraft noise issues, required assessment of nois... [Show More] e effects for airports undertaking major projects Aviation Noise Abatement Policy (ANAP) - Answer- Secretary of Transportation and FAA adopted. clarified FAAs responsibility to reduce aircraft noise, abate the impact of noise on populated areas and attain compatible land use adjacent to airports FAR Part 36-Certificated Airplane Noise Levels - Answer- mandated change in design inturbojets to help eliminate engine noise,Stages 1-4 with 4 being quietest, aircraft over 12,500# must meet Stage 4 Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA) - Answer- basis for noise abatement planning at airports, required FAA to establish requirements to simplify and standardize noise compatibility planning and programs Part 150 Land Use Compatability - Answer- adopted as a result of ASNA, noise control achieved through compatible land uses around airport, developed Noise Exposure Maps (NEM) & Noise Compatibilty Programs (NCP) Airport Noise and Compatibility Act of 1990 (ANCA) - Answer- airports prohibited from adopting overly restrictive or punitive anti-noise ordinances, created Part 161 Notice and Approval of Airport Noise and Access Restrictions-placed a cap on number of Stage 2 aircraft over 75,000lbs maximum takeoff weight allowed to operate in the US 3 Goals of ANCA - Answer- 1. phase out noisier aircraft 2. place limits on local user restrictions 3. establish non-restrictive noise abatement and land use actions Day/Night Average (DNL) - Answer- standard used for forecasting cumulative noise exposure under Part 150 studies, a 24-hour average sound level, with 10 decibel penalty from midnight to 7am and 10pm to midnight, noise is averaged every second over a 24hour period Integrated Noise Model (INM) - Answer- determines DNL noise contours area for a specific mix of aircraft and produces maps used for land compatibility Aviation Environmental Design Tool (AEDT) - Answer- replced INM, software that models aircraft fuel consumption, emissions, noise, and air quality consequences 75 DNL - Answer- FAA recommends airport own all land within the 75 DNL contour 65 DNL - Answer- Part 150 all land uses are compatible under 65 DNL Airport Influence Area or Public Airport Disclosure Maps - Answer- reveal potential noise impacted areas to boards and planning commissions Air Traffic Noise Screening (ATNS) - Answer- computer program that assists determing if a change in arrivals and departures will increase noise Categorically Excluded - Answer- changes above 3,000' are excluded FAR Part 150 Process - Answer- Airport sponsor can implement a noise mitigation program. Federal funding may be available. Sponsor is required to base program on Noise Exposure Map (NEM) and Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) Airport and Airway Improvement Program (AAIP) - Answer- approved Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) makes airport eligible for AIP noise set aside of the AAIP land aquisition - Answer- most effective measure for reducing noise sound proofing - Answer- lowering dB inside to max of 50 dB in the 65DNL contour, 30-35dB interior for homes, 45-50 for public use buildings, aviation easement should be included with soundproofing Noise barriers - Answer- located along perimeter of airport to help attenuate ground noise Preferential Runway Use - Answer- Informal affect aircraft over 12,500lbs, Formal require Letters of Agreement, Advantages of Conducting a Part 150 study - Answer- 1. public relations 2. intergovernmental coordination 3. Airport facilities development 4. improved land use planning and noise abatement Disadvantages of a Part 150 study - Answer- 1. heightened controversy 2. unrealistic expectations 3. uncooperative participants FAR Part 161 Notice and Approval of Airport Noise Access Restrictions - Answer- part of the Airport Noise and Compatibility Act (ANCA), requires airports seeking to impose new Stage 3 noise rules such as curfews to perform a cost benefit analysis including a comprehensive study of impacts before seeking FAA approval, has more public involvement Grant Assurance 25 Airport Revenue - Answer- revenues generated by the Airport must be used on the airport marketing audit - Answer- passengers and airlines. For GA tenants and transient aircraft. Some airports now include general public who aren't traveling attempting to make their airport a destination Website - Answer- minimum presence on the internet Market Research - Answer- determine current route deficiencies Leakage - Answer- measure of passengers choosing to fly from competing airport. Essential Air Service (EAS) - Answer- subsidizes air service to 141 communities through the (SCASDP) Small Community Air Service Development Program (SCASDP) - Answer- provides grants to help small communities achieve sustainable air service Basic EAS - Answer- for any community previously eligible Enhanced EAS - Answer- available to communities willing to subsidy share - or risk loss if service fails to meet agreed upon levels Acceptable EAS levels - Answer- reasonably scheduled round trips, 6 days/week, using minimum 15 passenger twin aircraft (Alaska has different criteria) EAS restrictions - Answer- for airports that had service prior to deregulation. Air carriers are restricted from terminating, suspending or reducing air service designated as an EAS service point Load factors - Answer- average number of seats filled with paying passengers on a nonstop flight catchment area - Answer- geographic reach of the airport's service area Minimum Revenue Guaranties - Answer- valued by airlines Travel Banks - Answer- pre-paid travel, community pays up front and business travelers are issued debit cards for pre-paid travel Air Carrier Incentive Programs - Answer- only non-aeronatical revenue can be used for incentives Airport Revenue - Answer- fees, charges, rents, or other payments received by or or [Show Less]
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AAAE CM Exam Questions and Answers
Under which dept was aeronautics in the U.S. first organized? - Answer- The Dept of Commerce Which precedent is the Works Progress Administration (WPA) ... [Show More] responsible for setting? - Answer- Government subsidies for certain airport projects Which Act created the FAA? - Answer- The Federal Aviation Act What signified the effective beginning of privatized space flight? - Answer- The final flight of the US Space Shuttle What is the minimum number of enplanements your airport must receive, to qualify for commercial service status? - Answer- 2,500 Which classification of airports enplanements 70-percent or more of the annual passenger traffic in the U.S.? - Answer- Large Hub What is the correct classification for an airport that is designated by the FAA to relive GA aircraft traffic from a commercial service airport? - Answer- General Aviation Reliever Airport, must have at least 25,000 itinerant aircraft, or 100 based aircraft An individual calls a charter operator to arrange a flight from Austin, TX to Aspen, CO. This flight operation will come under_________? - Answer- Part 135 Operating requirements: Commuter and On demand operations and Rules Governing Persons on board such What type of aircraft chart shows obstacles, terrain height, the light pattern of a city at night, federal airways below 18K ft and the location of airports, control towers nav aids and comms? - Answer- The sectional chart What is the baseline cloud ceiling and visibility requirement for a pilot to operate under VFR? - Answer- 1,000' ceiling and 3 miles visibility What is the FAA term for the entity that is responsible for governance of the airport? - Answer- Sponsor Which is the most common type of airport ownership in the US? - Answer- Municipality Which of the following duties is more likely to be performed by the Airport Executive? - Answer- Implements policy What is the minimum amount of time the federal government must keep a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking out for public comment? - Answer- 30 days An FAA employee is conducting inspections of aircraft and pilot certification on the airport. This employee works for the FAA's___? - Answer- Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) Which of the following documents is a directive to FAA personnel on specific subjects and programs? - Answer- FAA Order The Federal government has found the use of _____ to be the most effective means for extending federal government policy to local government units. - Answer- Grant Assurances (the hidden regulations) Which grant assurance attempts to prevent the airport from taking actions or making decisions that would preclude it from maintaining compliance with grant assurance? - Answer- Preserving rights and powers Prior to filing a Part 16 compliant, what must the complainant do first? - Answer- Attempt to resolve the issue with the Airport Operator. ______ waives immunity over claims arising out of contracts with the federal government - Answer- The Tucker Act Which entity has the power to make safety related regulations after an aircraft accident? - Answer- The FAA What is the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) equivalent of a regulation? - Answer- An Annex Which Grant Assurance addresses the construction of a cell phone tower on the approach end of the runway? - Answer- #20 Hazard Removal and Mitigation Airport users and tenants are required to adhere to what? - Answer- Rules and Regulations What is the benefit of minimum standard to the airport user? - Answer- Ensure that an adequate level of safe and efficient service is available to the public. What is the rule regarding airport fuel? - Answer- An aircraft owner can fuel their own airplane using their own staff, fuel & equipment. What is the FAA's position on through the fence agreements? - Answer- The FAA does not like them, but does not prohibit them. What is the most common aeronautical charge at a commercial service airport? - Answer- Landing Fees Which type of revenue is incidental to aircraft operations and classified as non-aeeronautical revenue? - Answer- Concessions What is an example of revenue diversion? - Answer- Loans or investment airport money at less than prevailing rates What is another example of revenue diversion? - Answer- Payments in excess of the cost for police services to the airport. What is the FAA's position on the airport's fees and rental structure? - Answer- The airport must set rates and charges in a manner to be as self-sustaining as possible. What shows the expenses and revenues of an airport, i.e. the bottom line and uses accrual accounting? - Answer- The Statement of Net Activities / Income Statement What is the FAA's position on non-aeronautical property? - Answer- The airport must attempt to get fair market value for non-aeronautical use property Title 14 CFR Part 77 - Answer- Safe, efficient use and preservation of the navigable airspace (obstructions) Title 14 CFR Part 107 - Answer- Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAVs) Title 14 CFR Part 150 - Answer- Airport Noise and compatibility planning Title 49 CFR Part 1542 - Answer- Airport security Title 49 CFR 1544 - Answer- Aircraft Operator Security: Air Carriers and Commercial Operators (airline security regs) Title 14 CFR part 36 - Answer- Noise Standards: Aircraft type and airworthiness certification Title 14 CFR Part 91 - Answer- Aircraft Operating Rules: (also refers to aircraft operated as a private operation or general aviation (i.e. not commercial for hire) Title 14 CFR Part 121 - Answer- Aircraft Operating Requirements: Domestic, Flag, and Supplemental Air Carrier Operations (scheduled air carrier certifications); can only operate in and out of Part 139 airports due to safety standards; supplemental addresses private charters Title 14 CFR Part 135 - Answer- Operating Requirements: Commuter and On Demand Operations (air taxi, certain charter and commuters) Grant Assurance #25 Airport Revenue - Answer- Ensure that airport revenue is spent on airport capital or operating expenses, directly and substantially relate to air transportation, ensures community benefits by the economy and job creation Grant Assurance #24 Fee and Rental Structure - Answer- Sustain fees, rents and charges to make the Airport as self-sustaining as possible. Cannot charge what you didn't pay for, ensure those who are not using airport doesn't pay for it, maintain utility of the federal investment, charge enough to break even on aeronautical rates, charge fair market value or higher on non-movement and non-aeronautical revenue, exceptions include property no longer needed, not for profit groups, transit projects. private tenant access adn military Grant Assurance #23 Exclusive Rights - Answer- Airport tenants cannot be given the exclusive rights to perform an aeronautical function, unless that tenant is the Airport Operator or it would be unreasonably costly, burdensome or impractical Grant Assurance #22 Economic Nondiscrimination - Answer- The Airport must be available on a reasonable basis, without unjust discrimination, to all aeronautical activities Grant Assurance #21 Compatible land use - Answer- Make reasonable attempts to protect the land use around the airport from land use incompatible with flight operations; restrict off-airport land to compatible uses Grant Assurance #20 Hazard Removal and Mitigation - Answer- Ensure airspace around the airport is cleared of obstacles that could affect flight operations; including approach paths Grant Assurance #19 Operations and Maintenance - Answer- Airport must be operated in a safe and serviceable condition, comply with Federal laws, not allow actions that would interfere with the use of the airport, regulating activities must be applied uniformly and reasonably protect aviation businesses from unreasonable competition, sets minimum standard to ensure adequate levels of safe and effective service and protect from unlicensed products or services Grant Assurance #5 Preserving Rights and Powers - Answer- Attempts to prevent the Airport from taking actions or making decisions that would preclude maintaining compliance with the Assurances On Airport Land Use - Answer- Aeronautical Use: Runway/taxiway, hangars, airlines gates and air opening areas Off Airport Land Use - Answer- Compatible Land Use: Doesn't interfere with flight operations or is not adversely affected by the flights operations (commercial, light industrial) - Commercial, shopping, industrial park, industry Non-Aeronatical Use - Answer- Parking lot, concessions, ground transportation Incompatible Land Use - Answer- Residential, schools, churches, public hospitals or health care facilities, concert halls Revenue Diversion - Renting non-aeronautical use property at less than fair market value - Answer- Example: A non-aeronautical tenant less than the full fair market value at the time Air Mail Act / Kelly Act of 1923 - Answer- Shored up railroads by opening up commercial air mail services, established principle that only those who use aviation shall pay for it Air Commerce Act of 1926 - Answer- Created a new Aeronautics branch, known as Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA - the precusor to the FAA); charged the Dept of Commerce, established Air traffic control, pilot licensing, aircraft certification and airways with enforcement capability Works Progress Administration (WPA) - Answer- New Deal agency authorized by FDW that helped create 9 million jobs and rise economy out of the great depression, provided federal funding to the development or expanse of 852 airports Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 - Answer- Created the Airport Improvement Program where 75-90% of a project is covered by federal money. Reorganized the National Airport Plan as the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS), establishing airport categories of commercial and GA. Development of Landing Areas for National Defense (DLAND) - Answer- Appropriation that created 986 airports in the U.S. to support the war effort, after the war 500 surplus airports were given to municipalities with promise (grant assurance) to make the airport available for public use and national defense Federal Aviation Act of 1958 - Answer- Created federal aid to airports program with 50% funding, established the National Airport Plan, initiated first grant assurance, created the FAA Airport and Airway Act of 1970 - Answer- Passed to fill funding gaps, created the Airport Development Aid Program (ADAP) and planning grant Airline deregulation of 1978 - Answer- Removed the Civil Aeronautics board and ended economic and airline regulations and solidified the Hub and Spoke system Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) - Answer- Tenants for general aviation, some provide primary fuel, hangar storage and ground handling. Others provide the above and flight training and maintenance Specialized Aviation Service Operator (SASO) - Answer- Flight schools, charters, sky diving operations, banner companies, agriculture, helicopters - if they start selling fuel, they become a FBO National plan of integrated airport systems (NPIAS) - Answer- Contains airports that are public use, receive 2500 annual enplanements or a GA airport, GA reliever airport, Army or Air Guard Base, and airports with postal contract Methods to measure airport activity - Answer- Enplanements, operations and cargo Local Operations - Answer- Aircraft that remain in the local traffic, within 25 miles radius of the airport Itinerant Operations - Answer- Aircraft which arrives from outside a 25 mile radius of the airport, and performed under instrument flight rules, visual flight rules or special visual flight rules Types of airport facilities - Answer- Airport, Heliports, Seaplane bases, Ultralight, Gliderport, Ballonport Classifications of Airports in the U.S. - Answer- 1) Commercial (+2,500 - +10,000) enplanements = non-hub, small, medium, large; 2) General Aviation (national, Regional, Local & Basic) / GA Reliever - must have +25,000 itinerant aircraft or 100 based operations 3) Cargo with 100 million tons per year; 4) Private/not regulated; 5) Military - only military, shared use or joint-use 6) Primary airports = 10,000 enplanements per year, 7) Non-primary - 4500 enplanements per year Large Hub - Answer- must account for 1% each of total U.S. passengers, account for 70% of all passenger traffic Local - regional markets - Answer- The backbone of General Aviation traffic Joint-use military airport - Answer- Military owns the airport and leases space for civilian operations Shared-use military airport - Answer- Entities each own their land and assets, but shares the runway and taxiway responsibilities Title 14 CFR Part 119 - Answer- Identifies basic requirements when flying for hire Title 14 CFR Part 125 Certification and Operations - Answer- Airplanes having a seating capacity of 20 or more passengers or max payload of 6,000 lbs or more (corporate shuttle for oil workers to a rig site) Title 14 CFR Part 380 Public Charters - Answer- When an airlines leases a plane to a resort company like Apple Vacations to use the plane to fly their members, one way or round trip performed by carriers and sponsored by a charter operator Activities that pilots or their flight dispatchers must complete "do the math" before take-off - Answer- 1) Check the Airport Facilities Directory/ Chart supplementals; 2) check the weather 3) calculate weight, balance and aircraft performance Visual Flight Rules (VFR) - Answer- movement is done on a "see and avoid" basis; enough visibility to navigate ny looking out the window, use sectional charts; visual meteorological conditions -cloud ceiling is 1,000' or higher AND 3 miles of visibility; flight plan may not be required Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) - Answer- Air traffic control provides separation, no VFR flights allowed, flight plan required, above 18,000' and when conditions are not good enough for VFR, Instrument Meteorological conditions less than 1,000' ceiling OR 3 miles visibility need TERPS (maps for instrument pilots) Class A Airspace - Answer- 18'000 mean sea level beginning of Class A airspace to Flight level 600 (60,000 MSL) as the upper level of class A; Instrument Flight rules, flight plan required and air traffic control separation 3 types of runway approaches - Answer- Visual (1,000' or greater cloud ceiling AND visibility 3 miles or greater; Non-precision uses one or more navigational aids that provide lateral positioning information; Precision approach uses lateral and vertical positioning information Airport Management philosophies - Answer- Public entity vs. a business enterprise and place for commerce Airport Sponsor responsibility - Answer- Establishes policies, sets goals, identifies strategies, etc. Airport Manager responsibility - Answer- Carries out work, implements policy, runs the day-to-day, reports to governing body, operates airport safely and securely FAA structure - Answer- 9 regional offices, regulates aviation safety in the U.S. and its territories FAA's major roles - Answer- Promote safety, Airport District Office (ADO) Airport Improvement Program Part 139 and Alternative Dispute Resolution Part 13 complaints, Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) ramp checks, developing civil aeronautics, air traffic control and navigation, Air Traffic Organization (ATO) and Navaids, developing National Airspace System, regulate commercial airspace FAA Policy Guidance & Direction - Answer- Advisory Circulars are advisory in nature, explain intent, gives guidance, except when "incorporated by reference mandatory when attached to a grant; FAA Orders are directives to FAA personnel Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) - Answer- Informational peer reviewed research on management practices National Safe Skies Alliance Program for applied research (PARAS) - Answer- Academic research for security Radio Technical Commission on Aeronautics - Answer- Standards for Access Control TSA Security Directives and Information Circulars - Answer- SDs provide direction to change requirements, ICs provide best practices both contain SSI and are mandatory What are Grant Assurances? - Answer- Promises the airport makes when it accepts federal funds, traced back to AP-4 agreements and the Surplus Property Act, most effective means fo rextending federal government policy, better manage local affairs, federal funds used for public air transportation, promote social objectives, good for 20 years or life of property/asset managed through Airport compliance manual FAA order 5190.6B Requirements of a grant assurance - Answer- maintain the airport in good and serviceable condition, generate revenue, operate in the public interest, ensure against granting an exclusive right to any aeronautical tenant for aeronautical purpose or use, complaints on violations can be files in a Part 13 informal or Part 16 formal process. Govermental immunity - Answer- Does not apply in instances of negligence, active gross negligence, claims arising out of contracts (Tucker Act) or constituted some other tort where the Federal Tort Claims Act applies Common budgets in use at airport - Answer- 1) Line item, performance based, program based, zero-based Airport financial statements - Answer- Statement of net assets or net position or balance sheet, statement of net activities or income statement, statement of cash flow Airport Executive Financial Responsibilities - Answer- Accounting systems, stay informed, financial statements, manage cash flow Permissable uses of airport revenue - Answer- Airport capital and operating costs, air travel related promotional expenses, reimbursements to sponsors for capital or operations costs, community activities that promote the airport, mass transit located on premisess, consts incurred by government for services, lobbying and attorneys fees to support the airport Grant Assurance #26 Reports and Inspections - Answer- Sponsors required to report their budget, commercial service airports of 2,500+ enplanements must submit Form 5100-126 Financial Government Payment Report showing revenue paid to other government entities for services and Form 5100-127 Operating and Financial Summary to break down revenue by Aeronautical, Non-Aeronautical and Non-operating categories Revenue Diversion examples - Answer- Using airport revenue for expenses that do not benefit the airport, marketing and promotion not related to the airport, payment to compensate municipalities for lost tax revenues, payment in lieu of taxes, loans or investments at less than prevailing market rates, use of land for free or nominal rents for aeronautical purposes, renting non-aeronautical use property at less than fair market value, direct subsidy of air carriers with certain exceptions Types of Airport Revenue - Answer- Aeronautical, non-aeronautical, and non-operating [Show Less]
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AAAE CM Mod. 4 Review 2023 Questions and Answers
Who is responsible for the strategic vision of the airport? p.7 - Answer- elected officials working with the airport sponsor/ Board, the airport executi... [Show More] ve is responsible for what? - Answer- informing and advising the elected or appointed officials of the status of the airport, making recommendations about the appropriate course of action, and keeping them informed on the overall status of the airport. Most airport directors/ managers are _______ meaning that they are on an employment contract and can usually be let go without cause; they literally serve the the pleasure of the government board P.8 - Answer- appointed the benefit of being appointed is typically that the executive will have a greater what? - Answer- flexibility in the position at the sacrifice of job security Some Airport Executives have attempted to protect their job by doing what? 3 things - Answer- 1. Registering a political affiliation of "independent" 2. understanding their authority 3. remembering that when in public, they are speaking on behalf of the airport and the elected or appointed officials Having a clear understanding of what? is critical success in the role. when it comes to airport executive. P.9 - Answer- understanding of the authority of an airport executive What are the 3 areas that an airport executive must immediately investigate to determine their level of authority? - Answer- Agreements, purchasing and personnel What is considered a long term agreement? - Answer- tenant leases, aeronautical use agreements, negotiations with air service providers, sale of airport property, selection of the airport engineer/consultant and changing airport rules or standards often require a government approved resolution. What is a resolution? - Answer- a written motion adopted by a vote of the governing authority Once an agreement has been written, it is presented on the governing body's agenda, of which there are two types, what are the two types? - Answer- regular and consent agenda what is a consent agenda? - Answer- a bundle of items that are voted on, without discussion, as a package. what is a regular agenda? p.10 - Answer- allows topics to be discussed in a public forum before the governing body votes on it. some items may be scheduled for _______ with the governing body but only for the purposes of information gathering. - Answer- Public discussion What is the purpose of an executive session? - Answer- to discuss sensitive security information (SSI) or to protect proprietary information that may be part of a business negotiation with the airport sponsor what is another role that the airport sponsor may take on? - Answer- Spokeperson of all the functions of an airport executive, arguably one of the most important is the ability to do what? p.11 - Answer- communicate and build positive relationships What forum is an excellent opportunity for the airport director to pass along information, discuss issues, and build relationships, in regards to commercial service airports. - Answer- station managers' meeting what does a concessionaire meeting provide? - Answer- a direct link to the traveling public and their service levels, can affect the passenger experience what does a security consortium meeting give? - Answer- gives significance to the security issues at hand What type of meetings do GA airports hold? - Answer- tenant meetings what do Government policies (also known as public policies) do? p.12 - Answer- guide decisions and actions that relate to society Public participation should be focused on building what? - Answer- Informed consent and recognizing the needs and desires of those potentially affected by the policy change what are the 8 guiding objectives for a public agency regarding citizen participation/ - Answer- 1. establish and maintain the legitimacy of one's agency and project 2. establish and maintain the legitimacy of earlier decisions and assumptions 3. become familiar with all of the potentially-affected interests 4. generate alternative solutions 5. protect and enhance the credibility of the governing body 6. have all information that is needed, in order to communicate 7. receive and understand all the information that the various and potentially affected interests need to communicate to the airport 8. De-Polarize potentially affected interests who are polarized what is the goal of the policy makers in building informed consent? p.13 - Answer- increase general willingness to accept the project. what does intergovernmental relations focus on? - Answer- focuses on the following legislation at the federal, state or local level and in some cases, attempt to garner support for certain projects and programs. whether performed by the airport executive or another individual, it is the job of the intergovernmental affairs specialist to prepare what? - Answer- prepare reports for the airport sponsor on the impacts of certain legislation or rule making on the airport and to make recommendations on courses of action. the governmental affairs function focuses on what? - Answer- attending regional and economic development planning meetings, developing position papers on legislative and policy issues, representing the airport in regional forums with federal, state, and local government officials, and preparing talking points and presentations for board members and the airport executive. who is often helpful in providing insight into the details of legislation and the legislative process? - Answer- an attorney or legislative specialist intergovernmental affairs may also be called upon to help with what additional 3 things? - Answer- build relationships with city and county elected officials in adjacent districts, help resolve issues between the airport and regulatory agencies, or to help government agencies promote their special programs. intergovernmental relations personnel can also reduce ______ by assessing legal blowback of airport decisions and by assisting Air Service Development (ASD) teams in conducting community, international, and cultural outreach. - Answer- reduce airport legal fees when was AAAE founded? p.14 - Answer- September of 1928 when 10 airport directors met at the national air races at mines field. when did AAAE formally adopt their professional standards accreditation program? - Answer- 1954 What position is considered as the largest point of entry for people coming into the industry? - Answer- airport operations early airport executives were frequently what type of people? p.15 - Answer- Pilots who were coming out of the military of airline community how many member does AAAE have? p. 16 - Answer- 5000 plus including some 3000 airport professionals representing nearly 850 different airports from large hubs to GA facilities how many meetings does AAAE hold a year? - Answer- more than 90 domestic and international meetings each year with 10,000 attendees, comprised of airport and aviation executives. what are the two largest meetings of AAAE that are held each year? p.17 - Answer- F. Russell Hoyt national airport conference and the AAAE annual conference and exposition What is the name of the AAAE legislative affairs team? - Answer- Airport Legislative Alliance in addition to advocacy for airports, the ALA provides three primary services, what are they? - Answer- 1. airport alert 2. hearing reports 3. Washington insider update videos The AAAE transportation security policy team provides for what? - Answer- 1. security policy alerts and notices- which provides information to members on pending or existing TSA- related actions and news 2. access to the AAAE security SmartBrief- which is a free daily email providing the latest trending security news. What is the only designated aviation channeler (DAC) with nearly 15 years of airport experience? - Answer- the AAAE transportation security clearinghouse The AAAE regulatory affairs department is focused on what? p.18 - Answer- representing airports before key executive agencies, including the department of transportation, the FAA and the EPA What are the 3 things that the Regulatory Affairs team provide? - Answer- 1. regulatory alterts 2. airport regulatory issues 3. airport cooperative research program (ACRP) What is the primary path to professional recognition as an airport executive professional? p.19 - Answer- obtaining accreditation through the American association of airport executives and earning the accredited airport executive A.A.E Candidates in the AAE program will obtain the designation by completing a three step process, what are the 3 steps? - Answer- 1. taking 180 question, multiple choice exam (the C.M. exam) 2. having a management research paper, case study, proctored essay examination, or proof of an advanced degree 3. sitting for an oral interview with a panel of active AAE's AAAE committees cover what sectors? - Answer- Cover all sectors in the airport industry The board of examiners oversees what? p.20 - Answer- the accreditation and certification program (A.A.E or C.M) All AAAE executives, corporate, and academic members are involved in the committees, which play an important role in our organization by providing what? - Answer- providing our Board of Directors with vital information and guidance as well as assisting the AAAE staff in developing new member services. What certificate programs provide the fundamentals of part 139 and part 1542? - Answer- Airport safety and operations specialist (ASOS) and Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) In addition to the certificate programs, for individuals who desire a higher level of expertise, AAAE offers what? - Answer- the airport Certified employee (ACE) certificate programs. What member resource builds on the experience of the original interactive employee training system, currently used by 100 airports. P.21 - Answer- IET Learning Suite (IET-LS), created specifically for airports, not adapted from a generic training solution and it not based on powerpoint slides What member resource has been providing thousands of airport employees with on-demand video training on every aspect needed to run an airport: operations, maintenance, security, customer service, human resource, Part 139 training and more? - Answer- the Airport News and Training Network (ANTN Digicast) video training system What member resource is the premier location to explore, discuss and lunch innovation in airports? - Answer- The Airport innovation Accelerator Who is the publisher of Airport Magazine and the weekly Airport Report Today? - Answer- AAAE What are the regional Chapters of AAAE? p.21/22 - Answer- 1. the northeast chapter (NEC/AAAE) which sponsors the covered Balchen Post, snow removal trophy and is host to the international snow Symposium 2. the southeast chapter which also is the publisher of Sam Hoerter's Airport Management Primer 3. The great lakes chapter which is the sponsor of the national air service conference (NASC) 4. the south central chapter which hosts the AAAE Loretta Scott, A.A.E, accreditation/certification academy 5. the southwest chapter hosts the annual Airport Management short course 6. the northwest chapter hosts the annual Airfield and Facilities Management Conference 7. the international Association of Airport Executives (IAAAE) provides international access to the benefits of AAAE 8. the international association of airport executives Canada (IAAE Canada) promotes the profession of airport management and the professional development of airport managers in Canada Describe the national environmental policy act of 1969 (NEPA) p.24 - Answer- was the catalyst for public awareness and response to aircraft noise issues in the U.S., NEPA required an assessment of noise effects for airports undertaking major projects the significance of NEPA on airports was not fully measurable until November 1976, when the secretary of transportation and the FAA adopted what? - Answer- the Aviation Noise Abatement Policy (ANAP), which became the first clear identification of the responsibilities of the FAA, air carriers, airport executives, and local communities in dealing with the problem of aircraft noise exposure. under noise abatement, what is the airport operator's primary responsibility? - Answer- is to plan and implement actions designed to reduce the effect of noise on residents of the nearby area. Under the ANAP, the airlines became responsible for what? - Answer- for the retirement, replacement, or retrofit of older jets that did not meet federal noise level standards. one of the early attempts at mitigating noise came in 1969 when the FAA did what? p.25 - Answer- promulgated federal aviation regulations part 36, certificated airplane noise levels What are the four stages that aircraft engines are rated from a noise perspective? - Answer- stage 1- aircraft have never been shown to meet any noise standards (Loudest) stage 2- aircraft meet original noise limits set in 1969 stage 3- aircraft meet more stringent limits established in 1977 stage 4- noise limits are a cumulative 10 EPNdB less than those for stage 3 (Quietest) in 1988 the FAA amended part 36 to incorporate standards for what? - Answer- Helicopters what type of aircraft must meet new noise certification levels? p.25/26 - Answer- all subsonic turbojets-powered and transport-category airplanes with maximum gross takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or more of a new type design submitted on or after January 1, 2006. In conjunction with part 36, what part was revised to identify a schedule for the removal of all aircraft having stage 1 noise characteristics by 1975? p.26 - Answer- part 91, general operating and flight rules What did the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 provide a basis for? - Answer- provided a basis for a great majority of noise abatement planning at airports With the passage of ASNA, congress directed the FAA to develop and establish what? - Answer- procedures for noise and land use compatibility programs for the nation's airports as a result of the ASNA' what federal aviation regulation was adopted in January 1985? - Answer- Part 150, airport land use compatibility planning Part 150 regulations govern the development and review of an integrated plan to achieve noise control objectives by encouraging compatible land uses in and around airports through the development of what 2 things? - Answer- Noise Exposure Maps (NEM) and Noise Compatibility Programs (NCP). this program is voluntary and is undertaken by community initiative the design of part 150 regulations and planning process owed much to two programs that had been previously established, what are the two programs? - Answer- the FAA's Airport Noise Control and Land Use Compatibility (ANCLUC) program and the Department of Defense's Airport Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ) program used for military airports As a result of the Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 (ANCA) U.S. airports are prohibited from doing what? - Answer- Adopting overly restrictive, or outright punitive, anti-noise ordinances. ANCA also created Part 161, notice and approval of airport noise and access restrictions and placed a cap on what? - Answer- the number of stage 2 aircraft (over 75,000 pounds maximum takeoff weight or MTOW) allowed to operate in the U.S. Noise ordinances in effect before 1990 were ________ in under part 161 - Answer- Grandfathered failure to follow the provisions in part 150 or 161 can result in what? - Answer- Loss of AIP funds or PFC authorization what are the 3 primary goals of ANCA? p.27 - Answer- 1. phase out nosier aircraft 2. place limits on local user restrictions 3. establish non- restrictive noise abatement and land use actions in 1992 the airport and airway safety, capacity, noise improvement, and intermodal transportation act was passed, it required the FAA to do what? - Answer- study the social, economic and health effects of airport noise at the 65, 60, and 55 dB, DNL (Day- night average level) noise areas to determine the actual level at which noise creates an adverse impact on populations. Noise is broadly defined as what? - Answer- an unwanted noise attitudes that affect an individual's reaction include the following, what are the 5? - Answer- 1. apprehension regarding the safety of noise source 2. the belief that noise is preventable 3. awareness of non-noise environmental problems 4. a general sensitivity to noise 5. the perceived economic importance of the noise source the physical unit most commonly used to describe sound levels is what? p. 28 - Answer- decibels (dB)- is a relative measure, or ratio, compared with a reference sound pressure. the decibel rating is a logarithmic scale, meaning what? - Answer- that sound pressure increases by powers of ten on the scale the accompanying sound level comparison chart provides what? - Answer- some representative sounds that occur at the various levels shown on the logarithmic decibel scale cumulative metrics are based on what? - Answer- on extensive research developed to highly correlate with human response the FAA uses what method of calculation as the standard to be used for forecasting cumulative noise exposure under part 150 studies? - Answer- Day/Night average (DNL) what has long been the standard airport noise prediction model? p.29 - Answer- the integrated noise model (INM), use by airports and involves a complex and detailed procedure for determining the DNL noise contour area for a specific mix of aircraft. the INM is used to assess what? - Answer- current aircraft noise impacts around a given airport or heliport the INM model utilizes flight track information, aircraft fleet mix, standard and user-defined aircraft profiles, and terrain. it can also process U.S. census population data and flight schedules from what? - Answer- Official airline guide (OAG) in 2015, INM was replaced by what and what does it do? p.30 - Answer- Aviation Environmental Design Tool (AEDT), it is a software system that models aircraft performance in space and time to estimate fuel consumption, emissions, noise, and air quality consequences. the FAA recommends that the airport own all property within what DNL contour? - Answer- the 75 DNL a popular tool for airports that reveals potentially noise [Show Less]
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AAAE C.M. Body of Knowledge Modules Planning, Construction and Environmental Exam 2023
Module Objective 1 - Answer- Describe the types of plans and planning processes that affect a public-use airport. What does Grant Assurances 29 mandate?... [Show More] - Answer- Require airport sponsor keep specific info current - property lines - existing and proposed facilities - existing and proposed non-aviation areas Airport Layout Plan (ALP) graphically depict? - Answer- Depicts Current and Future Airport Facilities: - existing and proposed airport land - terminal, facilities, structures owned by the airport - protection zones and approach areas - aeronautical forecasts, development - protection zones and approach areas What are the elements typically contained in a Airport Layout Plan (ALP)? - Answer- Cover sheet - approved signature block, airport location maps Airport Layout Drawing - Existing and Future Layouts - runway, taxiways, taxi lanes, ramp areas, facilities, runway safety areas, object free areas, obstacle free zones, runway protection zones, airport property lines, building restriction line, runway visibility line, tower, ARFF facilities Data Sheet - airport and runway data tables, windrose (% of time wind blows in one direction) Airport Airspace Drawing - imaginary surfaces identified in FAR Part 77 Inner Portion of the Approach Surface Drawing - profile of runway approaches, existing & planned runway length Terminal Area Drawing - depicts existing and future plans Land Use Drawing - existing and recommended uses of land within the airport property line and w/in vicinity of airport 65DNL noise contour Runway Departure Surface Drawing - applicable departure surfaces Utility Drawing - location and capacity of all utilities Airport Property Map - depicts how various tracts of land were acquired easements and outside property line Airport Access Drawing - major routes & modes of transportation What are the primary functions of the ALP? - Answer- FAA Approved Plan Necessary to Receive AIP Funding Blueprint for Airport Development Public Document Enables FAA/Airport Sponsor Plan For Improvements Working Tool For Airport Staff The FAA provides three levels of approval of an ALP? - Answer- Unconditional Approval - all items of proposed development requiring environmental processing have received environmental approval Conditional Approval - environmental processing has not been completed for all items of proposed development Mixed Approval - some near term projects depicted in the ALP have completed the required NEPA reviews while long term projects have not Airport Data Record - 5010 Form contains what information? - Answer- Basic Operational and Services Data of the Airport Airport Data Record Update Annually FAA Uses Information to Update Aeronautical Charts Airport Facility Directory (AFD) What are the levels that airport planning is performed? - Answer- NPIAS and Aviation System Planning Statewide Integrated Airport Systems Regional Metropolitan Integrated Airport System Airport Master Plans Module Objective 2, The Airport Master Plan - Answer- Describe the purpose of the Airport Master Plan and the steps in the process. "Vision of the airport operator, stakeholders, local community, government agencies, planners, airport sponsors for development up to 20 years" What is the consultant selection process? - Answer- Project Identification and Advertisement Prequalification of Firms Request of Preliminary Proposals Preliminary Shortlist Selection Formal Proposals Requested Final Selection and Ranking Negotiation and Contract Agreement Obtainment of FAA Concurrence Part 1 of the Airport Master Plan Process consist of the following; - Answer- Pre-Planning - needs for planning study based on existing shortcomings introduction of new aircraft, environmental problem, change in strategic vision Consultant Selection, FAA AC 150/5100-14 - governed by the Brooks Act, based on qualifications - awards made by fair & open selection process Request for Proposals - invitation to submit information via an RFP or RFQ Development of Study Design - airport sponsor, consultant, FAA work to scope project Part 2 Elements of the Master Plan consist of the following; - Answer- Public Involvement Environmental Considerations Existing Conditions and Issues (Inventory) Aviation Demand Forecasts Facility Requirements Alternative Development and Evaluation Airport Layout Plan (ALP) Facility Implementation Plan Financial Feasibility Analysis Module Objective 3 Airfield Design and Construction - Answer- Describe the basic elements of airfield design, including runway, taxiway, and apron design, the design of other landing facilities, airspace protection, and airport construction. Airport geographic design is classified by four parameters; - Answer- Design Aircraft Runway Design Code (RDC) Taxiway Design Group (TDG) Taxiway Edge Safety Margin (TESM) Airports Divided into what three major areas? - Answer- Landside - parking lots, garages, ground transportation, circulation roads, intermodal connections Terminal - passenger check-in, security screening, passenger aircraft boarding and deplaning, baggage claim, concessions, airport administrative areas, vendor and maintenance storage areas Airside - aircraft take-off, land, park, receive services, heavily regulated Identify three areas of the airport used for air carrier operations. - Answer- Movement Area - runways, taxiways, areas used for take-off and landing Non-Movement Area - loading ramps, aircraft parking aprons, unpaved areas Air Operations Area (AOA) - encompasses both movement and non-movement areas What are the six factors in modern airport development the FAA requires for federally funded projects? - Answer- Safe Operations Increasing Capacity and Efficiency Reducing Delays Economic Viability Noise Reduction Environmental Protection What are the elements of the design aircraft? - Answer- Substantial use - 500 or more annual itinerant operations or the largest scheduled commercial service aircraft Time/Distance Factors - identify criteria for runway length, visibility requirements, approach aids Aircraft's Wingspan - indicative of weight bearing capacity & physical size Runway design standards for which a runway is built are; - Answer- Design Aircraft (classified by three parameters) - Aircraft Approach Category (AAC) - Airplane Design Group (ADG) - Taxiway Design Group (TDG) Runway Design Code (RDC) - approach category - (speed) - airplane design group - (wingspan & tail height) - whether runway has instrument approach How are runways classified? - Answer- Type of Pavement - asphalt or concrete Intended Usage - utility, transport, heliport Aircraft Approach - visual, precision, instrument, non-precision instrument What are the four types of runway layout? - Answer- Single Runway Parallel Runways Open-V Runways Intersecting Runways Name the various runway and taxiway protection areas? - Answer- Runway Safety Area (RSA) Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) Object Free Area (OFA) Obstacle Free Zone (OFZ) What is the method an airport operator uses to report declared distances? - Answer- Take-Off Run Available (TORA) Take-Off Distance Available (TODA) Accelerate-stop Distance Available (ASDA) Landing Distance Available (LDA) What are the two methods planners use to guide the design of taxiways? - Answer- Taxiway Design Group (TDG) criteria - aircraft width, dimensions of undercarriage, main gear width, cockpit to main gear distance taxiway widths vary 25-100', safety are 49-262' taxilane, portion of ramp used for access between taxiways and aircraft parking positions Taxiway Edge Safety Margins (TESM) - required distance between taxiway/taxilane centerline and other objects based on required wingtip clearances What are the three types of aprons? - Answer- Passenger Terminal Apron - passengers board and deplane aircraft Remote Aprons - where aircraft can be secure stored period of time Hangar Aprons - surface in front of hangar for movement in and out of hangars Name the three types of heliports? - Answer- GA Heliport - accommodates helicopters used by individuals, corporations Transport Heliport - air carrier operators that provide scheduled/unscheduled service Hospital Heliport - helicopters engaged in air ambulance Besides heliports what are other types of landing facilities? - Answer- Seaplane Bases - area of water used for landing/take-off of aircraft Sea-lane - defined path used for landing/take-off of aircraft - U.S. Coast Guard charged with marking/lighting navigable waterways Droneport - UAV Port Design List the various steps during the construction phase; - Answer- Predesign Conference - discuss critical design parameters, airport safety during construction, phasing of construction, environmental considerations Pre-bid Conference - contractual construction methods and procedures construction safety and phasing requirements procurement process and Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) bonding, subcontracting, and labor Preconstruction Conference - contract requirements, operational safety, construction phasing/sequencing security, quality control, quality acceptance testing, EEO, DBE Management During Construction - airport's engineer firm oversees management of contractors/construction change Orders Post-Construction - update ALP, requirement for grant assurances update sign and marking plan as-built, plans the depict the final construction, FAA Form 74-60-2 Notice of Actual Construction or Alteration Name the imaginary surfaces identified in FAR PART 77 - Safe, Efficient Use and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace. - Answer- Primary Surface - centered on the runway centerline 200' past runway ends and width varies 250'-1,000' Transitional Surface - extends outward and upward at right angles to the runway centerline slope 7:1' from sides of the primary surface Approach Surface - 200' from the runway end and extends outward from the primary surface for a distance of 50,000' approach slope 20:1 for a visual runway, 40:1 non-precision, 50:1 precision [Show Less]
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AAAE Body of Knowledge Modules Communications and Community Relations Exam
Airport Board and Communications Relations Module Objective 1 - Answer- Explain the rules and responsibilities of the Airport Executive within a politicall... [Show More] y charged environment. What are responsibilities of the Airport Executive in working with the airport sponsor and or board of directors? - Answer- Carrying out strategic policy directions developed by the airport board Informing & advising elected/appointed officials of status of the airport, making recommendations on appropriate course of action Call attention to laws or agreements as Grant Assurances, FAA and TSA regulations What are some advantages for an Airport Executive working for an Airport Authority vs. a Municipality - Answer- Airport Authority provides a level of protection between elected, or appointed officials Usually appointed and on an employment contract serve at the pleasure of the governing board Severance clauses or other agreed upon terms What are some factors to consider for an Airport Executives who report to a city or county manager and are more considered to be department heads? - Answer- Department/division head with a layer of insulation in job security Slower and difficult time having agreements, purchases, and personnel issues approved and resolved What are some of the authority and roles of the of the Airport Executive? - Answer- Negotiate business agreements, leases, aeronautical use agreements Personnel - Hire and Fire Ability to communicate and build poassible relationships with the airport's most important stakeholders, , elected officials, airport sponsor, key regulatory agencies, airport tenant, and the community Spokesperson for Airport/Elected Officials Governing Board Meetings What are some methods used for effective stakeholder engagement? - Answer- Station manager meetings Concessionaire meetings Consortium meetings Tenant meetings Citizen participation in public policy making In addition to advocacy for airports, what are three primary services AAAE Airport Legislative Alliance provide? - Answer- AAAE Legislative Affairs Team Airport Alerts Hearing Reports Washington Insider Update What are some skill sets that an airport executive should posses and have a working knowledge of? - Answer- Airport Operations, Safety, Security Airport Planning and Design Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Grant Writing Construction Management Snow Removal Noise Abatement Liability, Legal, precedents related to airport management/insurance Property Management Land Use Development Public Relations and Marketing Air Service Development Pavement Maintenance Airfield Lighting and Utilities Environmental Requirements and Storm Water Management What are some services the AAAE Regulatory Affairs Teams provide? - Answer- Regulatory Alerts Airport Regulatory Issues on Hot Topics Airport Cooperative Research Program What are the main Accreditation and Certification Programs the AAAE offers? - Answer- Certified Member (C.M.) Program - designation is a beneficial credential who with to better serve the airport executive industry - candidates obtain the designation by completing 180 question multiple choice examination - exam measurable comprehensive knowledge of airport management - successful candidate must score 70% or higher (126 out 180) Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) - commands respect in the airport industry - candidates in the A.A.A.E. program will obtain designation by completing a three step process 180 multiple choice exam (C.M.) - having a management research paper, case study, proctored essay exam, or an advanced degree Sitting for an oral panel of active A.A.E.'s Airport Noise Abatement Module Objective 2 - Answer- Understand the airport's responsibility to the community related to the noise generated by its operation. What was federal guidance on airport noise abatement and catalyst for public awareness and response to aircraft noise issues? - Answer- National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) - required an assessment of noise effects for airports undertaking major projects Noise Abatement is addressed through which Grant assurances? - Answer- #5 Preservation Rights and Powers #19 Operations and Maintenance #26 Reports and Inspections #22 Economic Nondiscrimination #21 Compatible Land Use #31 Disposal of Land What was the significance of the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement act of 1979? - Answer- Congress directed the FAA to develop & establish procedures for noise and land use compatibility programs What did the Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 (ANCA) do? - Answer- Prohibited fairports from adopting overly restrictive, or outright punitive, ant-noise ordinances Phased out noisier aircraft Place limits on local user restrictions Established non-restrictive noise abatement and land use actions What is the method of calculation the FAA uses for forecasting cumulative noise exposure under Part 150 studies? - Answer- Day/Night Average (DNL) 24 hour average sound level in 10 decibel penalty from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. DNL readings are measured each second and recorded for a 24 hour period What is the main purpose of the Part 150 process? - Answer- Established procedures, standards, and methodologies, used by Airport operators for the preparation of an airport Noise Exposure Maps (NEMs) and Airport Noise Compatability Programs (NCPs) What information is contained in a Part 150 study? - Answer- Noise Exposure Map Parties responsible for implementation Development of NCP Part 150 standards Descriptions on how recommendations may change previously adopted actions Schedule of implementation of the program Cost of program implementation & anticipated source of funding Provision for revising the program Description of public participation & consultation process during program development What Are Some Noise Abatement Actions? - Answer- Reduction of Noise at the Source Relocation of the Source in Space or Time Acoustical Changes to the Area of Noise Exposure What are effective noise control measures for reducing noise impact? - Answer- Land Acquisition Avigation Easement Purchase Assurance Programs Soundproofing Noise Barriers Preferential Runway Use What are the advantages of conducting a Part 150 study? - Answer- Improve public relations Develop intergovernmental coordination Airport's improve and develop What are the disadvantages of conducting a Part 150 study? - Answer- Heightened Controversy and potential for conflict Unrealistic Expectations Uncooperative Participants What are the FAA requirements for a Part 161 Notice and Approval of Airport Noise Access Restrictions study submittal? - Answer- Reasonable, non-arbitrary, nondiscriminatory Avoid creating an undue burden on interstate and foreign commerce Result in maintaining safe and efficient use of navigable airspace Avoid conflict with federal law Avoid the creation of an undue burden on the national aviation system Marketing, Promoting, and Attracting Business to Your Airport Module Objective 3 - Answer- Understand the role of the airport in marketing for its own purposes and for the benefit of the community in which it serves. What are some areas an airport will focus marketing techniques on? - Answer- Promote the benefits of the airport to the surrounding communities Generate community support and promote the benefits of the airport Expand exististing service or to entice new air carriers Who is the marketing audiences for a commercial service airport and a general aviation airport? - Answer- Commercial Service Airport - air carriers, passengers, community General Aviation Airport - transient corporate operators, tenants and sourrounding community What are techniques that an airport can engage in an on line presence? - Answer- Website Facebook Twitter What is the primary marketing strategy for airport marketing? - Answer- Branding by creating and connecting a name and an image for a product in the consumers mind through advertising campaigns with a consistent theme. What are effective management of Air Service Development? - Answer- Attraction, expansion of existing air service New service destinations Lowering fees and improve service reliability Recruitment of local communities/business leaders to sell the community to the airlines Understanding of existing airfares, airline revenue structures, and the financial/non-finacial fincentives What are some Air Service Development programs that airport operator's engage in before attempting to attract air service? - Answer- Capital Improvement Plan funding for airfield and terminal facilities to support adding or expanding ASD Market researce to determine the current route deficiencies Determine Leakage of passengers flying from another competing airport in the region Determine reverse leakage of passengers gained at an airport that could of selected another airport What are some factors in how air carriers decide to enter in new markets? - Answer- Route planners assess market size and forecast Through demographics of per capita income, employment, airport operating costs, congestion, incentives, and limits on gates runway availability Volume of Passengers and Revenue Markets That Are Self Sustaining What is the significance of the 1958 Federal Aviation Act? - Answer- Congress sought to ensure air service to small communities by requiring air carriers to schedule and provide two daily round trips at each point on their certificates. What program subsidizes air service to 141 small communities that deserve service? - Answer- Essential Air Service (EAS) What are the two levels of Essential Air Service? - Answer- Basic essential air service to a medium or large-hub airport, with no more than one intermediate stop in aircraft having at least 15 passengers seats, and averaging more than 11 enplanements a day Enhanced essential air service when an airport received air carrier service prior than October 23, 197 and is more than 50 miles from the nearest small-hub, more than 150 miles from the nearest hub airportand state or local government willing to contribute 25 percent of the cost of air service What is the definition of airport revenue and what are it's uses? - Answer- Airport revenue; defined as all fees, charges, rents, or other payments received by or accruing to, the sponsor for activities conducted as rents received form operations at the airport. Airport revunues can be used to cover the full costs of activities directed at promoting competition at the airport, raising public and industry awareness of airport facilities and services, providing new air service, and used to cover a share of promotional expenses such as marketing, advertising, and related activities designed to increase travel at the airport. The FAA has specific rules on incentivize air service. What are some permissible incentives? - Answer- Promoting competition at an airport Cooperative advertising of new services and advertising of general and specific airline services to the airport Waivers of fees or discounted landing during promotional period Direct revenue guarantees to carriers for new service Direct cash to offset start-up costs in opening a new station Direct cash to pay for ground handling for a new carrier Airport shares non-aeronautical revenue generated by air service with the carriers, such as a split on parking and concession revenue What's the difference between a subsidy and an incentive? - Answer- Subsidyis a direct payment of airport revenue to a carrier, or any provider of goods and services to that carrier, in exchange for additional service by the carrier. Incentiveis any fee reduction, fee waiver, or use of airport revenue for acceptable promotional costs where the purpose is to encourage an air carrier to increase service at the airport. What are some unacceptable incentives? - Answer- Subsidies in exchange for additional service by the carrier. Subsidies providing aircraft parts, free fuel, interest-free loans, paying for leased property not owned by the airport, and making direct payments to air carriers to defer cost. What are the FAA specific rules on incentivize air service? - Answer- Incentives available to all similarly situated carriers Airports allowed to discriminate between service targets but not allowed to choose a specific carrier FAA does not allow open-ended incentives FAA does not have jurisdiction over state incentive programs What are some incentives provided by other organizations? - Answer- Revenue Guarantees Pre-Purchased Ticket Programs Marketing & Advertising Support Fee Waivers Airport Provided Ground Handling Revenue Sharing Start-Up Costs Offsets Ongoing Subsidies What is an Aerotropolis? - Answer- A master planned community and industry plan centralized around an airport. What are the five factors that airport operators, government officials, and real estate developers are taking action when pursuing airport-centric development? - Answer- Airport development Air and service connectivity Funding sources Regional developme [Show Less]
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Finance and Administration Objective 1 - Answer- Describe the historical principles that have guided airport management, and identify the airport stakehold... [Show More] ers, their primary function, and their expectations for the airport. What was the significance of the Kelley Act? - Answer- Authorized the postmaster general to contract for domestic airmail service with commercial air carriers. What did the Air Commerce Act of 1926 do? - Answer- Regulation of Civil Aviation: Fostering air commerce, issuing and enforcing air traffic rules, licensing pilots, certifying aircraft, establishing airways, operating and maintaining navigational aids. What was the first airport management trade organization that was created in 1928? - Answer- American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Adopted the first professional accreditation standards for their Accredited Airport Executives (AAE) program. What was the purpose of the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA)? - Answer- Responsible for Air Traffic Control (ATC) pilot and aircraft certification safety enforcement, and airway development. What were the functions of the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB)? - Answer- Making the safety rules, conducting aircraft accident investigations, and economic regeneration of airlines. What did the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978 authorize? - Answer- Airline deregulation forever changed the airport-airline dynamics. Airlines were free to move operations to more profitable markets and routes. Deregulation allowed a concept known as "hub-and-spoke". Explain the primary function of the 1946 Federal Aid to Airports Program (FAAP). - Answer- Provided grant funds for certain airport projects (runway and taxiway development). What was the 1958 Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) purpose? - Answer- Took over safety rulemaking from the CAB and developed a common civil-military system of air navigation and air traffic control. The 1970 Airport and Airway Development Act created which two forms of grant funding? - Answer- Airport Development Aid Program (ADAP) expanded the list of eligible projects and provides funds for airport development projects. Planning Grant Program (PGP) provides funds for airport master plans and systems plans. What did the 1982 Airport Improvement program (AIP) provide? - Answer- Further expanded the list of projects eligible for federal funding. What are the Airport Stakeholders Functions and Expectations? - Answer- FAA - ATC & maintenance of airport navigational aids TSA - passenger and baggage security screening CBP/ICE - process intl. passengers and belongings USDA - control wildlife populations on airports Who are the aeronautical users at airports? - Answer- Airlines, FBO's, private operators, hangar lessees, flight schools, aircraft maintenance, military Who are the non-aeronautical users at airports? - Answer- Concessionaires, vendors, contractors, tenants, industrial parks The airport community encompasses; - Answer- Passengers, air cargo shippers, surrounding developments What are the (Airlines) stakeholder desires? - Answer- Efficient passenger, baggage, cargo, and aircraft throughput, office administrative facilities and amenities for their passengers. What are the (Corporate Aircraft Operators) stakeholder desires? - Answer- Desire to own their fueling abilities, considering their clientele, exceptional pavement and maintenance, a great degree of confidentiality and discretion. What are the (Private Aircraft Operators) stakeholder desires? - Answer- Tied downs on ramp space, small hangars such as T-hangars, Port-a-Ports or small box hangars. What are the (Fixed base Operators)stakeholder desires? - Answer- Level playing field all lessees adhering to minimum standards. Finance and Administration Objective 2 - Answer- Obtain a basic understanding of how flight operations work in the U.S. airspace system. Private Flight Operations are? - Answer- Regulated under Title 14 CFR Part 91 Private Pilot General Aviation Commercial Flight Operations are? - Answer- Regulated under Title 14 CFR Part 119 Operators engaged in commercial carriage (for hire) What does Title 14 CFR Part 121 regulate? - Answer- Air carrier operation; Domestic flag, air carrier certification What does Title 14 CFR Part 380 regulate? - Answer- Public Charters; Airline leases a plane to a resort company (Apple Vac.) What does Title 14 CFR Part 135 regulate? - Answer- Commuter and On Demand Operations Air charter or air taxi What does Title 14 CFR Part 91.103 Pre-Flight cover? - Answer- Pilot in command review of information before take-off Airport Facility Directory Weather at both arrival and departure airports Notice to Airmen (NOTAMS) Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations require? - Answer- Pilot is operating an aircraft with visual references Cloud ceiling at least 1000' above ground level Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations require? - Answer- Pilot is specially trained and Instrument rated certified Flying above 18,000' mean sea level What is Aerial Navigation GPS? - Answer- Flexible air traffic management and a critical component to the FAA's Next Gen upgrade of the air traffic control system What are the three runway approaches at airports? - Answer- Visual Approach - VMC Non-Precision Approach - IMC Precision Approach - IMC Finance and Administration Objective 3 - Answer- Know the various types of structures for an airport sponsor and the fundamental role and challenges of the Airport Executive and understand the primary federal regulations and other documents that limit or mandate certain airport management and operational practices What are some challenges to airport management? - Answer- Municipal Structures FAA Encourages Airports to be Self-Sustainable FAA Airports District Office (ADO) What are the advantages and disadvantages of a Airport Authority? - Answer- Advantages; focused leadership, reduce political influence and change shared representation or equitable taxation beyond political boundaries Disadvantages; resources and finance may not be readily available need for large capital investments, can be eliminated by the same entity that created it What are the advantages and disadvantages of Municipality (City, County, Advisory Board) as airport sponsors ? - Answer- Advantages; better access to resources tax and issue bonds aid capital projects Disadvantages; policy makers unfamiliar with operation of airport Financial constraints; airport viewed as any other department, interest of airport may conflict with decisions that are in best interest of the community Port Authority operates what different modes of transportation? - Answer- Legally charted institution ,airports, harbors, toll roads, subways State airport sponsor? - Answer- Operate all public use airports in the state Private airport sponsor? - Answer- shift in traditional government responsibilities to private enterprise What are the primary functions of the Airport Executive? - Answer- Retained by the Sponsor to Manage the Airport Reports Directly to Policy Making Board Balance Desires of the Airport Sponsors/Stakeholders Ensures the Safety, Security, Efficiency Prepares Financial Plans Enforces Airport Rules and Regulations Oversees Planning and Construction Projects Secures new business and revenue streams What are the primary functions of Finance and Administration? - Answer- Accounting Public Relations Air Service Development Payroll Audits Marketing Accounts Receivable Real Estate Accounts Payable Revenue Mgmt. Budget Management Business Planning Human Resources Airline Rates/ Charges Procurement Use Agreements Noise Abatement Information Technology Intergovernmental Relations Customer Service What are the primary functions of Planning and Engineering? - Answer- Capital Improvement Construction Standards Airport Master Plan Airport Layout Plan Environmental Compliance Regional Transportation Planning Administrative space planning Noise Abatement Planning Administrative of Federal Grants What are the primary functions of Operations, Security and Maintenance? - Answer- Title 14CFR Part 139 Title 14CFR Part 1542 Airfield inspections Police Airfield lighting, signs, markings Airport security Wildlife management TSA Airfield construction safety Security Directives ARFF Information Circulars Maintain airport grounds Manage airport fleet What are the primary functions of Community Relations, Marketing, and Air Service Development? - Answer- Marketing for Services and Properties Public Information Officer Marketing to New Airlines Government and Legal Affairs Tracking Legislation and Policy Making Monitoring Performance of Airport Projects What are key positions at the airport that are generally outside the vertical reporting structure? - Answer- Airport Legal Counsel Financial Auditor Airport sponsors that accept funds from a FAA-administered financial assistance program are bound by what federal obligations? - Answer- FAA Grant Assurances - Funds from FAA-administrated financial assistance Require recipients maintain/operate facilities safely, efficiently, and in accordance with specified conditions 20 year obligated/useful life of the facility What is the primary function of the National Safety Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)? - Answer- Investigates civil aviation accident and significant accidents in other modes of transportation What is the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) responsible for? - Answer- International cooperation/uniformity in regulations and standards, procedures, organizations regarding civil aviation What are the Obligations of the Grant Assurance Program? - Answer- Assurances part of the final grant offer Maintain and operate facilities safely and efficiently Allow airport executive better manage local affairs Ensure federal funds are effectively used to meet the Need for public air transportation Promote social objectives such as disadvantage businesses and the rights of those with disabilities The FAA and TSA are regulatory agencies that are: - Answer- Empowered to create and enforce rules and regulations the carry the full force of law What is the public method of reporting compliance violations of federal laws affecting air transportation? - Answer- Regulatory Enforcement (Title 14 CFR Part 13); Investigation and Enforcement of informal complaint, FAA not obligated to hold itself to a deadline in its response to a complaint What complaint does Title 14 CFR Part 16 address? - Answer- Formal complaint within the jurisdiction of the FAA involving federal obligations incurred by an airport sponsor in accepting federal property or FAA grants and often more serious, imposes deadline and has stringent requirements for the Airport, the complaint, and the FAA. What are the legal ramifications of Airport Management in the complaint process? - Answer- Loss of AIP Grant Monies Loss of Ability to Collect PFC's Subject to Fines or Cease and Desist Orders Aviation and Transportation Security Act (ATSA) passed on November 19, 2001 created the TSA and included what three major mandates? - Answer- Take responsibility of security for all modes of transportation Recruit, hire, train, and deploy security officers for 450 commercial airports Provide 100% screening for explosives of all checked baggage by December31, 2002 Title 49 CFR Part 1542, Airport Security: - Answer- Regulates the entirety of commercial airport operation including elements of the terminal and landside areas What are the primary functions of the National Transportation Safety Board? - Answer- Investigates Civil Aviation Accidents Investigates Other Serious Modes of Transportation Determines the Probable Cause of Accidents Develops Safety Recommendations International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations and its purpose is to? - Answer- Ensure safe and orderly growth of the international civil aviation Develop standards for airport, airway, air navigation facility development Promoting flight safety during international air navigation Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS) Name the various aviation industry trade associations. - Answer- American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Airport Council International (ACI) Airlines for America (A4A) Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Regional Airline Association (RAA) National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Finance and Administration Objective 4 - Answer- Understand the definitions and restrictions of airport land use What are the two grant assurances that address federal land use requirements? - Answer- Grant Assurance 4, Good Title - requires airport to hold good title satisfactory to the FAA and current Airport Layout Plan - Exhibit A Grant Assurance 5, Preserving Right and Powers - prohibits airport to sell, lease, encumber any part of its title or other interest in the property shown on Exhibit A, with out prior approval from the FAA What are the two types of on-airport land use? - Answer- Aeronautical Use - land reserved for aeronautical activity any activity that involves or is required for the operation of aircraft or the contributes to or is required for the safety of such operations [Show Less]
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When does governmental immunity not apply? - Answer- Negligence, gross negligence, tucker act, fed tort claims act Regulatory agencies - Answer- Tea (sc... [Show More] reens), NTSB(investigates, non-rulemaking), ICAO (intl, voluntary) Industry trade associations - Answer- Aaae (member focused), ACI (airport focused), Alean (police) IATA (airlines) A4A (airline Lobby), ALPA (pilots), RAA ( regional airlines), nbaa (Corp), aopa (small), Grant assurance 29 ALP - Answer- Future facilities, conforms, land use, Grant assurance 20 hazard removal - Answer- Protects airspace Grant assurance 21 compatible land use - Answer- Attempts to restrict off airport land use Aeronautical use land - Answer- Rw, tw, hangars, gates aoa Non-aeronautical land use - Answer- Parking, concessions, ground trans Off airport compatibilite land use - Answer- Doesn't interfere with flight ops and isn't harmed by Incompatible land use - Answer- Residential, school, church, hospital, places of public assembly Options to attempt to prevent incompatible land use - Answer- aMP integration with local plans Hzo Noise compatibility study Educate zoning Concurrant land use Consequences of incompatible land use - Answer- Displaced threshold Increased risk of accidents Lost instrument approach Airport closure Non- Allowable activities - Answer- Non-aeronautical use of aeronautical areas Grant assurance 19 ops and maintenance - Answer- Achieved by minimum standards, rules and regs, Minimum standards - Answer- For tenants Ensures adequate service Promotes safety and quality Protects airport users Promotes orderly development Prevents disputes Grant assurance 22 economic non discrimination - Answer- No exclusive right to aeronautical tenant unless burdensome (by proof) or if airport self provides few Rules and regulations - Answer- For users and tenants to provide safe and efficient operations Permitted activities - Answer- Self fueling self maintainenance Grant assurance 39 competitive acces - Answer- Must try to accommodate new carriers and report denials Grant assurance 5 preserving rights and powers - Answer- No through the fence Assures rights and powers Yields less revenue Airpark ok Revenue types - Answer- Aeronautical (direct and substantial ) Non aeronautical (incidental) Non operating (taxes, ofc, CFC) Aeronautical revenue sources - Answer- Landing fees(most common) File flowage Land lease and terminal rent Non aeronautical revenue sources - Answer- Terminal rents to concessions Rental car fees Parking lot Ad space Industrial park Grant assurance 25 airport revenues - Answer- Prohibits revenue diversion Grant assurance 26 reports and inspections - Answer- Commercial Sevice airports must report budget paid for services and break down revenues by type Grant assurance 24 fee and rental - Answer- Rates and charges Self sustaining as possible Fees not based on aip improvements Areonutical rate strategy - Answer- At least cover cost Makes access fair and reasonable Non aeronautical use rates - Answer- Fair market value Attempting to be self sustaining Execeptions to fmv - Answer- For community purposes Not for profit Transit Private transit Military Faa rates and charges policy - Answer- Charges for aero must be fair and reasonable Charges must Not unjustly discriminate No diversion Favorable to international carriers too Rate structures - Answer- Residual (airline risk) Compensatory Hybrid Please block subsidy Compensatory agreements - Answer- Involve cost centers Rate base - Answer- Historic, direct negotiation, or fmv Rate base can include - Answer- Cost of facilities Services provided Debt service Cash reserves Environmental costs Airports can make distinctions between signatory and John signatory carriers - Answer- If reasonable When upgrading it systems look for - Answer- Compatibility Security Scalability Usability What is GIS - Answer- Links geographic info with descriptive info Uses of GIS - Answer- Model patterns Reveal relationship Analyze trends Airfield it systems - Answer- Lighting Noise and ops monitoring Vehicle ID $ Passenger processing Business and finance systems Asset management system Physical access control (security ) Facility maintenance Airports ops database Cyber security threats - Answer- Hacking Denial of sevice Out of date network security Email Malware Phishing Spear phishing Id theft Social engineering Commercial general liability insurance covers - Answer- Hangar keeper (aircraft damage) Premises liability (injury) Product liabikity(defective fuel) Risk reduction methods - Answer- Part 139 compliance AMA Inspections Employee screening Notams Blanket insurance riders Environmental policy Part 16 investigation - Answer- Formal complaint Goes to faa attorney Requires good faith effort to resolve Non compliance has penalties Closed fiscal system - Answer- When Airport excepts a grant. Revenues generated by airport must be expended on airport What is the FAA's roll related to operator by law? - Answer- Regulator gift giver permission giver operator of a TC system Part 13 investigation - Answer- Informal complaint Local ado Interactive Filed by tenant it faa Grant assurance highlights - Answer- 20 pages: provides Maintain airport Use land to generate money to support aviation Operate in public interest Avoid exclusive rights Length of grant assurances - Answer- 20 yrs-improvement Life-property Life of asset 3 afftects of grant assurances - Answer- Mechanism to Manage local affairs Meets fed requirements for funds to be used for public air transportation Promotes social objectives Grant assurances - Answer- Hidden regulations Promises Faa most Effective means to eexcite government policy Best practice airport documents - Answer- ACRP -airport management pARAS- airport safety Radio tech com on aeronautics-security access control systems Tsa-security directives and information circulars Difference between ac and order - Answer- Ac-guidance explains intent and compliance Order -instructions to FAA personnel directives fAa business lines relating to airport management - Answer- Ofc of Airports (ado) Air traffic Aviation safety (dado) Commercial space transport fAA major roles - Answer- Regulate aviation safety (not security) Develope civil aeronautics Atc and navaids Develop national airspace system Control noise Regulate commercial airspace Key regulations airport manger should know - Answer- 77 obs 107 uav 150 noise 1542 airport security 1544 airline security 36 engine noise 91 ga ops 121 Carrier ops 135 commuter ops Airport management primary duty - Answer- Safe secure efficient operation of airport and all facilities Airport executive - Answer- Charged with operating airport Knows airport is public entity and business enterprise Implements policy Semi privatized - Answer- Sell or loose public airport to private operation Grant assurances apply Airport privatization program - Answer- Transfer fed obligation and ops, management, and development to private sponsor Exemption from grant assurances Airport ownership structures - Answer- Municipalities Airport authority Port authority State Federal Municipal airport ownership structurr - Answer- Pro: resources, bonding, taxing authority Con: divided attention, conflict of interest, fiscal constraints Airport authority ownership structure - Answer- Pro: focused leadership , better decisions, Con: less resources, no subsidies C - Answer- Challenges for airport operators - Answer- Enterprise fund- operates like a business Inexperience/appointed managers Self-sustaining-faa assists and guides Threatened adjacent airspace Community opposition to general aviation Promoting and communicating benefits of the airport Number of commercial service airport - Answer- 540- faa regulated What portion of emplanments to large hubs serve - Answer- 70% How many existing and proposed npias airport? - Answer- 3345 What are the GA airport classifications? - Answer- National regional local basic Who is the ultimate airport customer? - Answer- The pilot Straight lease - Answer- Constant rate throughout term. Short term Graduated lease - Answer- Rate changes at pre determined levels Revaluation lease - Answer- Periodic evaluation of value of property and rates adjusted accordingly Percentage Lease - Answer- Rent is based on the income that a tenant can produce Three approaches to leasing concessions - Answer- Traditional Development company Institutional operator- master lessee Minimum annual guarantee - Answer- Annual minimum payment plus percentage of gross revenue Property Management - Answer- Activities include leasing property, airport access, and concessions 2 benefits of concessions - Answer- Provides revenue for airport Meets passenger needs Why do concessions charge higher than steer prices at airports? - Answer- Higher rents and operating costs at airport (security and insurance) What's the best way to Balance concessions pricing? - Answer- Competition instead of limiting profit margins or prices in the lease PGL program guidance letter - Answer- Updates aip handbook Types of aip - Answer- Entitlement, set aside, discretionary Factors affecting rental costs in leases - Answer- Location Size of facility Support infrastructure Exposure to traveler flow [Show Less]
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AAAE C.M. Body of Knowledge Airport Module 3 Operations, Security and Maintenance Exam
Describe the role of an Airport Executive in ensuring a safe operating environment, particularly as related to Title 14 CFR Part 139. - Answer- Module Obje... [Show More] ctive 1 What is the primary role of airport management? - Answer- Operate airport in a safe and efficient manner in accordance to industry standards and procedures Motivates a culture that prioritizes safety, proper work environment, appropriate training and supervision, well maintained facilities and equipment What are the Safety Management Systems (4) distinctive elements? - Answer- Safety policy Safety risk management Safety assurance Safety promotion What is the primary objective of Title 14 CFR Part 139? - Answer- Ensures Safety in Air Transportation by Regulating the Operations/Maintenance of Airports When is and Airport Operating Certificate issued to a commercial service airport? - Answer- When the airport has passed the FAA safety inspection What are the primary functions of the Airport Certification Manual (ACM)? - Answer- Safety oversight function of the FAA as specified in FAR CFR Part 139 What are the four airport classifications for certification? - Answer- Class I - scheduled operations for at least 31 passenger seats Class II - scheduled operations small air carrier and unscheduled operations of large air carrier aircraft Class III - scheduled operations of small air carrier aircraft Class IV - serves only unscheduled operations of large air carrier aircraft What are the various areas that are the main focus of an Airport Safety Self-Inspection Program? - Answer- Pavement areas Ground vehicles Obstructions Safety areas Public protection Signs, markings, lighting Wildlife Hazard MGMT ARFF Construction Fueling operations Snow and ice control Navigational aids What are the four key components of a safety-self inspection ? - Answer- Regularly Scheduled Inspection Continuous Surveillance Inspection Periodic Condition Inspection Special Inspection Procedures Reporting/Correcting Deficiencies What are the personnel requirements Part 139 requires in the ACM? - Answer- Sufficiently qualified personnel that are responsible for compliance must be specifically identified by job title and receive initial and recurrent training every twelve months Understand the regulatory requirements of maintaining airport pavement, inspection, and other safety standards such as signs, markings, and lighting. - Answer- Airfield Maintenance & Safety Standards Module Objective 2 What two grant assurances mandate that Airport operator's implement pavement maintenance & management programs? - Answer- Grant Assurances #19, operations and maintenance Grant Assurances #11, pavement preventative maintenance program What two categories do pavement types fall with in? - Answer- Asphalt - flexible, less expensive, requires higher maintenance Concrete - rigid, higher cost, can withstand higher aircraft loads, resist weathering What components do the FAA Require in a Pavement Maintenance Program? - Answer- Pavement inventory Annual and periodical inspections Record keeping and retrieval system Identification of maintenance program fund What are the causes of pavement deterioration? - Answer- Environmental through weather and aging Structural from repeated air traffic loads Alkali-Silica-Reaction from runway de-icing materials What is the standardized international airplane pavement rating system? - Answer- Pavement Classification Number (PCN) which is the bearing strength of airport pavement Aircraft Classification Number (ACN) which is the effect on an aircraft on the pavement Name the two types of pavement friction measurement devices. - Answer- Continuous Friction Measurement Equipment (CFME), continuous graphic record of pavement surface friction Decelerometers, mechanical/electrical What is the method airport operators use to categorize runway conditions? - Answer- Runway Condition Assessment Matrix (RCAM) What is the responsibility of an airport operator for unpaved Areas for 139 compliance used by commercial service aircraft for takeoff, landing, and taxing? - Answer- Must maintain and promptly repair the surface of each gravel, turf, or other unpaved areas When conducting a Safety Area Inspection what should an airport operator be inspecting? - Answer- The removal of objects in the safety area except those that are required due their functions Signs, lights, NAVAIDS must have frangible breakaway points no higher than three inches above grade Cleared drained and compacted What are the three Airport Runway Lighting Systems classified according to intensity? - Answer- High Intensity Runway Lights (HIRL) [Show Less]
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