Aviation and Heliport Use Survey (revised) North Central Texas Council of Governments

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1 Aviation and Heliport Use Survey (revised) ATTAC December 14, 2009 Michael Mallonee Transportation Planner NCTCOG

Background: Airport Use Preference Survey Purpose was to provide insight into the importance of characteristics and amenities of GA airports and heliports

2 Background: Airport Use Preference Survey Purpose was to provide insight into the importance of characteristics and amenities of GA airports and heliports in the region. Survey results are being considered in the development of the forecast model. Surveys mailed January Area was divided into 5 sub-regions

3 Survey Distribution The surveys were distributed to target groups throughout the area s sub-regions. Exhibit 2: Region Counties Sorted by Subregion Page 4

Airport Facilities Airport Accessibility Pricing of

4 Survey Instrument Distributed to: Aircraft Owners Helicopter Owners Itinerant Pilots Broad Topics: Airport Facilities Airport Accessibility Pricing of Services Other: Return rate of 11% $500 gift card incentive

5 Report Revisions Added analysis of aircraft types and uses (Page 7) Included breakdown of piston vs. turbine respondents (Page 10) Updated language in conclusion (Page 11) Added responses by use and type to Appendix B Supplemental FAA Survey in Appendix C

6 Analysis of Aircraft Use and Type 588 Piston Respondents (owner to aircraft ratio of 1.2) 14 Turbine Respondents (owner to aircraft ratio of 3.4) Exhibit 4: Total Respondents and Associated Aircraft Category Respondents Aircraft Personal/Recreation Business/Personal Business/Corporate Other Total Page 7

7 Results by Aircraft Type Exhibit 5: Aircraft Survey Results Higher Importance Lower Turbine Aircraft Survey Results Higher Importance Lower Piston Aircraft Survey Results Page 10

8 Updated Language in Conclusion The results illustrate the different preferences between turbine and piston aircraft owners. Corporate aircraft owners rated amenities higher that correspond more directly to business and turbine aircraft uses, while personal aircraft owners rated amenities higher that correspond more to recreational and piston aircraft uses. results indicate that the majority of respondents appear to have been single engine aircraft owners This is evident by the number of survey findings of piston aircraft being more numerous than turbine aircraft. Page 11

Appendix B: Survey Results by Aircraft Use Respondents Runway Length Fuel Prices Jet Fuel Availability Avgas Availability Proximity to Residence Proximity to Clients Proximity to Address Survey

9 Appendix B: Survey Results by Aircraft Use Respondents Runway Length Fuel Prices Jet Fuel Availability Avgas Availability Proximity to Residence Proximity to Clients Proximity to Address Survey Results Existence of Control Tower Existence of Instrument Approaches Availability of Hangar Space Cost of Hangar Rental Itinerant Hangar Available Aircraft Use P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T P T N/ N/ A 4.2 A 1.2N/A 4.3 N/A 4.2 N/A 1.5 N/A 2.2 N/A 2.0 FBO Maintenance Customer Service N/ A 2.8 N/A 4.3 N/A 4.2 N/A 2.9 N/A 3.2 N/A 3.8 Airport Security Rental Car Available N/ A 3.6 N/A 2.6 Personal N/A Business and Personal Business Other Total Response Key: 1 = Least Important 5 = Most Important P = Piston T = Turbine N/ A Restaurant

10 Appendix C: General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey Committee surveyed for supplemental surveys Only viable option was FAA General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey Survey supports NCTCOG findings by indicating that the majority of general aviation activity is personal use Despite smaller percentage of business use respondents, business aviation has greater economic impacts to area airports

11 Requested Action Committee Acceptance of the Aviation and Heliport Use Survey Report (Revised Version December 2009)

12 Regional Airspace Report ATTAC December 14, 2009 Michael Branum Transportation Planner NCTCOG

13 Product Scope Inventory of North Central Texas Airspace Educate a variety of audiences about the unique nature of North Central Texas airspace Analyze airside access and demand issues surrounding airports in the study area Evaluate constraints on regional airspace system

Restricted, Prohibited, and Warning Areas Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) IFR / VFR

14 Airspace Classifications Exhibit 11: TFR over President Bush s Dallas, TX Residence, pg. 11 Class A-G Airspace Dimensions Special Use Airspace Military Operations Areas (MOA) Restricted, Prohibited, and Warning Areas Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) IFR / VFR Aircraft Operations Exhibit 1: Visual Depiction of Airspace Classifications, pg. 5 Source: FAA

facilities High volume of general aviation and jet aircraft operations 13 airports within North Central Texas

15 Regional Characteristics & ATCT Ops Irregular dimensions of Class B airspace with both DFW and DAL in the region Four Post arrival and departure routes into DFW Airport 50+ public use airports and ~ 400 total aviation facilities High volume of general aviation and jet aircraft operations 13 airports within North Central Texas have ATC towers 21 NPIAS airports in a 30 NM radius around DFW, pg.19 Exhibit 16: Four Post Design of DFW Traffic Flow, pg. 15

16 Next Generation Air Transportation System Implementation of NextGen will increase capacity and efficiency. Direct flight operations Collaborative air traffic management Reduced weather impacts Improved airfield capacity Reduced cost of delays Reduced noise impacts Reduced emissions

17 Regional Constraints Notable forms of constraint: High levels of commercial air traffic Airport geographic location under Class B airspace Increasing airport operations business, recreational, and training

FAA Proposed Changes FAA proposed changes to regional Class B Airspace in 2008 Changes were proposed to lower specific areas of Class B ceilings to

18 FAA Proposed Changes FAA proposed changes to regional Class B Airspace in 2008 Changes were proposed to lower specific areas of Class B ceilings to increase positive control of inbound aircraft to DFW Changes are still in a public comment and review process as part of the Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM)

19 Airspace Report Conclusions Airspace must continue to be managed wisely to avoid saturation Future airspace conditions could be undesirable without improvements to the current aviation system Additional airports more than 20NM from DFW, instrument approaches, or Class C airspace could be accommodated without negatively affecting the existing airspace system

20 Additions to Final Report Arlington, Fort Worth Spinks, and Grand Prairie have newly designated Class D Airspace Additional Class D airspace

22 Airport Ground Access Report ATTAC December 14, 2009 Kyler Erhard Transportation Planner NCTCOG

Product Scope Inventory regional surface access improvements as they related to airports in the region. Analyze programmed and funded improvements.

23 Product Scope Inventory regional surface access improvements as they related to airports in the region. Analyze programmed and funded improvements. Evaluate long term demand issues. Inform stakeholders of the importance of planning and investing in roadway improvements for airport access. Exhibit 1: Pg. 9

24 Background Federal, State, and Local governments have legislation to encourage surface access planning. It is the policy of the United States to encourage the development of intermodal connections on airport property between aeronautical and other transportation modes and systems to serve air transportation passengers and cargo efficiently and effectively and promote economic development. 49 USC 47101(a)(5)

25 Surface Access and NCTCOG 1. Develop the region s official long-range transportation plan. (Mobility 2030) 2. Develop and maintain the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). 3. Develop the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)

26 Funding Options and Project Selection Possibilities Selection process is very competitive. Projects need to have a modal dimension to be competitive. Airport stakeholders need to work with city or county officials to help ensure their projects are included. Exhibit 8: Pg. 18

Exhibit 12B: Pg. 26 TIP Projects by Airport Include funded projects through 2011.

27 Exhibit 12B: Pg. 26 TIP Projects by Airport Include funded projects through Projects are shown within the airport s impact area. All airports have a high number of traffic signal improvements.

28 Mobility 2030 congestion forecast and planned improvements are included for all 11 relievers. Exhibit 14A: Pg. 44 Exhibit 15A: Pg. 52

Priced Facility Recommendations Priced facilities represent toll roads and managed lanes. Mobility 2030 illustrates the priced facilities around each airport.

29 Priced Facility Recommendations Priced facilities represent toll roads and managed lanes. Mobility 2030 illustrates the priced facilities around each airport. Facility Recommended Action Cost Estimate* US 67 HOV/Managed Lanes $ 450 million Exhibit 16I: Pg. 72 IH 30 HOV/Managed Lanes $ million (Dallas and Tarrant County sections) Loop 12 HOV/Managed Lanes $ million SH 183 HOV/Managed Lanes (Dallas County) $ 460 million US 287/IH 20/IH 820 HOV/Managed Lanes $ 724 million SH 360/SH 161-Tollway New Tollway Plus General Purpose Lanes $ billion * Costs shown are in Year of Expenditure Dollars from Mobility 2030: The Metropolitan Transportation Plan for the Dallas/Fort Worth Area; costs are not specific to the Airport Area Boundary, but represent the full project section.

30 Source: Travel Forecasts (YR30FCALIGN_JUN2507); Mobility 2030: The Metropolitan Transportation Plan for the Dallas/Fort Worth Area; NCTCOG 2007; FAA 5010, August 2009.

31 1. Work with TIP staff to incorporate surface access projects into the UPWP. 2. Inform airport stakeholders of the investment in an planning for future surface access transportation near the GA airports they represent.

32 Questions/Comments?

33 Special Events Report ATTAC December 14, 2009 Kyler Erhard Transportation Planner NCTCOG

34 Product Scope Gather lessons learned from regional and national special events as they relate to General Aviation Review and Report on the importance of General Aviation services and facilities during large scale special events Make recommendations on coordination needed to prepare regional facilities for large scale events

35 Introduction North Central Texas has and will continue to host significant regional special events. Visitors to special events put a strain on the ground and air transportation systems. The GA component plays an important role in the overall success of the event. Pit stop at Texas Motor Speedway

TX Events 2010 NBA All-Star Game 2011 Super Bowl 2014 NCAA Final Four Cotton Bowl

36 Venues and Events Venues Cowboys Stadium Texas Motor Speedway American Airlines Center Cotton Bowl The Ballpark in Arlington The new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, TX Events 2010 NBA All-Star Game 2011 Super Bowl 2014 NCAA Final Four Cotton Bowl ( ) NASCAR Sprint and Nationwide Series Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, and Stars Games

37 Interviews and Findings Several airport and event managers throughout the nation were surveyed to gain insight into event planning needs. The general findings are: 1. Different types of events attract different types of clientele. 2. Ground transportation between the event and airport is important. 3. Planning and coordination must begin early in order to have a successful event. 4. The potential airspace restrictions (i.e., TFR) must be taken into consideration 5. Helicopters can successfully be used as an alternative form of shuttle. 6. Airside infrastructure (i.e., taxiways and runways) closures for aircraft parking are common and coordinated with the FAA. 7. Fewer GA airports are utilized when the event location is near a commercial airport. 8. Attendees are attracted to airports with desired amenities and promotional events at the airport itself. 9. Fewer jurisdictions in charge of multiple airports increases the ease in allocating the arriving aircraft appropriately. 10. Additional fuel must be available.

EMS On-site trauma centers Air ambulance capabilities Evacuation and

38 Vertical Flight Vertical flight transportation is crucial to the success of special events. EMS On-site trauma centers Air ambulance capabilities Evacuation and movement of personnel Law Enforcement Ground security operations Traffic surveillance and reporting Crowd management

Basic Regional Planning Steps 1. Review the scope of the event, including the venues. 2. Identify planning partners. 3. Identify number and type of attendees to determine demand. 4.

39 Basic Regional Planning Steps 1. Review the scope of the event, including the venues. 2. Identify planning partners. 3. Identify number and type of attendees to determine demand. 4. Identify aviation service area(s) and facilities capacities and services. 5. Allocate anticipated aircraft within the service area(s). 6. Coordinate with appropriate agencies regarding airport operations. 7. Develop event operations guidebook(s). Fort Worth Alliance Air Show

40 Service Area Map Airports around Texas Motor Speedway in 5NM Service Increments Exhibit 4: Pg. 18

41 Maximizing General Aviation 1. Utilize existing providers 2. Centralize promotion of events 3. Engage FBOs 4. Promote sponsorships Fort Worth Alliance Air Show

42 Conclusion The aviation aspect of special event planning shouldn t be overlooked. Events in North Central Texas appeal to a wide variety of attendees. Following the planning guidelines will help to ensure the success of the GA system during special events.

43 Questions/Comments?

44 Aviation Education Initiative Update on Study Progress ATTAC December 14, 2009 Michael Mallonee Transportation Planner 1

45 Background Update on Work Completed Major Recommendations 4.2 Program Coordination 4.3 Strategic Business Plan 5.1 Public Outreach Materials Next Steps Upcoming Events 2

46 After School Programs ACE Academy Event June 2009 Photo Courtesy SIU Aviation Career Day 3

Project Submitted into UPWP/Funding Secured * Scope of Work Developed White Paper Update to Focus on Curriculum Academic Stakeholder Workshop Industry Partners Workshop Project Review Committee

47 Project Submitted into UPWP/Funding Secured * Scope of Work Developed White Paper Update to Focus on Curriculum Academic Stakeholder Workshop Industry Partners Workshop Project Review Committee Identified Request for Proposals Issued Fall 2008 Fall 2008 November 2008 December 15, 2008 January 21, 2009 March 2009 March 2009 * Total funding for the project is $125,000 Consultant Selected Notice to Proceed Final Report April 2009 May 2009 December

48 2.0 Review Existing National & Regional Gap Analyses 3.0 Evaluate National and Regional Industry Needs and Supply 3.1 Aviation Employment Data 3.2 Library of Aviation Employers 3.3 Library of Aviation Academic Programs 3.4 Needs/Supply Matrix 3.5 Gap Analysis 3.6 Three Stakeholder Meetings 3.7 Three Focus Groups 4.0 Recommend Regional Aviation Curriculum 4.1 Education Curricula 4.2 Program Coordination 4.3 Strategic Business Plan *DRAFT Reports available at Develop Public Outreach Plan 5.1 Outreach and Resource Recommendations 5.2 Aviation Career Paths 5.3 Speaker s Bureau 5.4 Primary and Secondary School Recommendations 5.5 Military Outreach 5

49 Task 4.2 Program Coordination Task 4.3 Strategic Business Plan Task 5.1 Public Outreach Materials 6

50 Create an integrated aviation education program serving the region and building on the strengths of existing programs Structure the education program to meet the needs of the students: accessible, affordable, and results-oriented Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows institutions to enter into joint partnership agreements to develop degree programs and share faculty and facilities Examples of programmatic partnerships include: Joint Degree Program Cooperative Degree Program Research Partnerships Joint Faculty Appointments 7

51 Industry Partnerships: Industry must invest in an integrated program Partnerships created with universities etc. Employee Recruitment: Industry employees have the ability to promote aviation education in recruitment activities Create internship programs to support student learning and credit hours 8

52 Regional approach to program development with integrated resources Create non-profit organization with industry and academic representation Contributions and corporate gifts can be tax exempt allow for scholarship administration Task 4.3 9

53 Set policies, goals, and objectives for the program Endorse numerous education components at various schools Recruit companies to provide internships and scholarships for aviation students Engage chambers of commerce and economic development entities Apply for grants, public and private, to assist with marketing and outreach activities Oversee public outreach and marketing efforts Sponsor/underwrite career fairs Continue research and data analysis 10

Brochures should be developed for potential

News releases, special features for print

54 Brochures should be developed for potential students and aviation industry recruitment News releases, special features for print and broadcast, opinion page articles, and targeted publications and news websites Billboards, bus stop signage, bus wraps Posters for display at key locations General aviation airports Flight training schools Websites 11

Management and Flight Training Subgroup Aviation Maintenance and Technology Subgroup Aerospace Engineering Subgroup

55 CEO s DFW AA Lockheed Bell Univ. Presidents UNT UTA UTD Others North Texas Aviation Coalition Regional Partners NCTCOG NTC Chambers EDC Aviation Management and Flight Training Subgroup Aviation Maintenance and Technology Subgroup Aerospace Engineering Subgroup Aviation Research and Technology Subgroup Integrated Aviation Outreach Subgroup UNT Denton UNT Dallas Mountain View TCC NW DFW Aerospace Cluster DFW Airport Chambers DRAFT UTA UTD UTA FAA NTC EAA AOPA NCTCOG Staff

56 Aviation Education Summit Final study recommendations Opportunity for all stakeholders to give input Combine other regional and statewide efforts Identify next steps Date: TBD Early

57 Aviation Education Initiative: Development and Implementation For More Information: Rachel Wiggins, P.E. (817) Michael Mallonee (817)

58 Upcoming Meeting Dates (2009) December 14 (Today)* Upcoming Meeting Dates (2010) February 8* May 24 July 26 (September Aviation Summit TBD) November 15* Upcoming Workshops and Events (2010) Aviation Education Stakeholder Event (January) Forecasting (TBD) Vertical Flight (TBD) Airport Manager Luncheon (TBD) * Non-standard meeting day due to holidays and other conflicts

59 Mountain View College s Airport Safety and Operations Training Module Outline October, 2009

60 Purpose To present MVC s Airport Safety and Operations Program designed for Airport personnel to gain a working knowledge of the specific FAA requirements/guidelines and how it affects the airport service environment.

Module I Target Population: Maintenance Personnel Training Level: Introduction Hours: 8 Lesson A: Lesson B: Lesson C: Lesson D: Lesson E: Lesson F: Lesson G: Overview of FAA - 139 Requirement Review

61 Module I Target Population: Maintenance Personnel Training Level: Introduction Hours: 8 Lesson A: Lesson B: Lesson C: Lesson D: Lesson E: Lesson F: Lesson G: Overview of FAA Requirement Review key portions & how it relates to their responsibilities Pavement Introduction about pavement requirements & terminology Safety Overview of regulations and procedures Markings Review basics and segment of category markings Signs Review mandatory directional information Lighting General overview of colors and explanations Communication Review proper radio procedures Module Assessment/Test

Target Population: Electricians/Painters - Installers Training Level: Advanced Hours: 8 to 10 Module II Lesson A: Overview of FAA - 139 Requirement Review key portions & how it relates to their

62 Target Population: Electricians/Painters - Installers Training Level: Advanced Hours: 8 to 10 Module II Lesson A: Overview of FAA Requirement Review key portions & how it relates to their responsibilities Review proper maintenance Will relate lessons C, D, E, F to 139 Requirement Review AC (Advisory Circular) & SAMS in relation to responsibilities Lesson B: Lesson C: Lesson D: Lesson E: Lesson F: Lesson G: Pavement Safety Markings (In-depth) Signs Lighting (In-depth) Communication Module Assessment/Test

Module III Target Population: Frontline Defense/Daily Inspectors Training Level: Advanced Hours: 16 to 24 Lesson A: Overview of FAA - 139 Requirement Review key portions and AC (Advisory Circular)

63 Module III Target Population: Frontline Defense/Daily Inspectors Training Level: Advanced Hours: 16 to 24 Lesson A: Overview of FAA Requirement Review key portions and AC (Advisory Circular) portions that apply to their responsibilities Review regulations and standards Review Airport Design Standards (Safety Areas) Review Part 77 Height of obstruction Provide website addresses for additional information for the most recent AC & SAMS requirements Lesson B: Lesson C: Lesson D: Lesson E: Lesson F: Lesson G: Lesson H: Pavement Safety Markings Signs Lighting Communication NOTAMs (Notice To Airmen) Awareness Topics: ARF (Aircraft Rescue and Fire Procedures) Fuel Handling Wildlife Module Assessment/Test

64 Module Summary All modules review FAA Requirement and other pertinent topic areas Employees can attend all modules in a sequence order or attend a specific module for their job responsibilities Attendees will be assessed at the end of each module and recommendations for improvement will be provided by the instructor All attendees will be tested at the end of their entire module training to evaluate knowledge proficiency

Benefits Customized Training to meet FAA - 139 Requirement Mountain View College Contract Training Certificate Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Subject Matter Expert

65 Benefits Customized Training to meet FAA Requirement Mountain View College Contract Training Certificate Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Subject Matter Expert Instructors Class Materials Limited Revision Capabilities JIT Just In Time Training Integration into New Hire orientation program On-site training Limited travel costs

66 Contact Information For more information, please contact Michael A. Johnson, Sr., at (214) or at:

Aviation and Heliport Use Survey

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