Landmark Aviation acquires former Skybus hangar

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1 Landmark Aviation acquires former Skybus hangar Landmark Aviation is spreading their wings in an effort to expand and enhance its general aviation service capabilities at Port Columbus. In March they acquired the hangar formerly used by Skybus, adding 63,000 square feet of hangar space, 79,000 square feet of potential office space and convenient access to maintenance garages. The additional space enables Landmark to stay true to our mission to unite exceptional customer service and uncompromising safety standards at our Port Columbus facility, said General Manager Irene Batty. Landmark can more efficiently serve existing customers while providing room for growth. We re bringing in additional aircraft and tenants as well as more staff to support the increased activity. The extra space is already proving to be a timely investment for us. Landmark Aviation-CMH, which operates 7 days, 24-hours, established their FBO service in 1998 as Million Air in what was once the World War II-era Northrop Grumman manufacturing facility. Eventually they transitioned briefly to the Odyssey name until 2011 when branded Landmark Aviation, which is a global organization. Their CMH FBO unit is one of a broad network of Landmark FBOs totaling 40 American, 3 Canadian and 13 European locations. Capital City Jet Center Lands Two FltPlan.com Pilot Choice Awards Congratulations to Capital City Jet Center, Bolton Field s FBO since October 2006, for receiving two FltPlan.com 2014 Pilots Choice Awards. Capital City Jet Center scored higher than ever this year with pilots voting them 4th Top Regional U.S. FBO in the East Central U.S. and the 5th best Ace FBO, which recognizes those FBOs who received the most votes at airports with fewer than 4,000 arrivals per year. Capital City Jet Center is honored to be among our customers favorite FBOs, said Brenda Clemens Customer Service Manager. We try our best to anticipate pilots needs and have everything ready and waiting when they arrive. Plus, Bolton Field Airport provides easy access to interstates and

2 the entire Columbus region. The Airport Authority appreciates the service Capital City Jet Center provides Bolton s vital customers, and we applaud them for receiving this national recognition. MU-2 aircraft converge on Bolton Field for PROP 2014 Capital City Jet Center recently hosted more than 30 MU-2 aircraft owners who flew to Bolton Field for the 2014 Pilot s Review of Proficiency, an annual safety seminar designed to enhance MU-2 pilot awareness, to sharpen decision-making skills and to provide tips and techniques to assist in more efficient and safe operation of the aircraft. Last hosted in Columbus in 2012, the gathering also serves as a mutually beneficial forum for pilots and primary sponsors Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (creator of the MU-2), SimCom and Honeywell. Because of the phenomenal success of PROP 2014, Mitsubishi plans to return to Bolton Field for PROP 2016, inviting Capital City Jet Center to once again serve as seminar host. The Mitsubishi Utility-design 2 (MU-2) models went out of production in 1986; however, current innovative operators have found numerous applications for this high performance aircraft, such as air ambulance operations, air cargo and corporate aircraft. For more information about the MU-2 aircraft and related training opportunities, visit MU-2Aircraft.com. Port Columbus developments diversify revenue sources Revenue diversification, a strategic priority pursued by the Airport Authority, gains altitude at Port Columbus with several active projects and recent announcements. Besides diversifying airport revenues which helps keep operating costs reasonable, these projects will help expand Port Columbus economic impact on the region, which equates to 33,464 jobs, $1.1 billion annual payroll and $3.7 billion total output. A $12.6 million Airport Authority-owned Fairfield Inn & Suites opens Aug. 1 adjacent to the terminal. Investment assumptions indicate that the hotel will generate revenue of at least $1 million annually after expenses. Separately, the Authority has partnered with RBX Media LLC to install a 30.5-foot high digital advertising wall on the hotel that will result in additional non-airline revenue for Port Columbus. Flight Safety International announced it will position a new Learning Center on 8.7 acres of CMH property near Berkshire Hathaway sister company NetJets. The international flight training firm will add 15 simulators in the new facility.

3 Columbus developer Daimler Group Inc. partnered with the Airport Authority to create the AirSide Business Park with four buildings on CMH s north airfield. Daimler s $20 million investment will include two call centers, a flex office/warehouse and light industrial building. Columbus-based Homage announced it will occupy 30,000 square feet of one of the 100,000-square-foot structures. Jerrie Mock Anniversary Focus of GA Business Partner Event Many Port Columbus GA partners helped us commemorate the 50th anniversary of Jerrie Mock s round-the-world trip in a Cessna 180, The Spirit of Columbus. The 38-year-old pilot took off from Port Columbus March 19, 1964, returning 29 days, 21 stops and over 23,000 miles later. The feat landed her a revered place in aviation history as the first woman to circumnavigate the world alone. The life-size statue of Mock unveiled at the April 17 celebration is now a part of the airport s Legacy of Leadership historic exhibit. After the ceremony Dorothy Cochrane, Curator of the Smithsonian s General Aviation Aircraft and Flight Material, provided GA partners exclusive insight into the museum s unique holdings in their Jerrie Mock exhibit, which includes Jerrie s beloved Cessna 180, Three-eight Charlie, aka The Spirit of Columbus. The general aviation aircraft is displayed with many others at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum s companion facility Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia. Airport Improvement Projects Rickenbacker confirms plans for new air traffic control tower Construction is expected to begin this fall on a new state-ofthe-art air traffic control tower that will replace Rickenbacker s existing WWII-era tower. The investment is a timely one considering increased cargo and passenger activity at Rickenbacker, which continues to grow as a world-class logistics hub for the 21st century. The new, modern control tower will have separate meeting and training offices, more space for controller utilization, and new communication radios and equipment. The current tower will remain operational until completion of the new structure, which is anticipated in December New CMH Taxiway D emerging from old RWY 10R/28L The airfield has been in constant motion since early April when

4 work resumed on the conversion project. Most work on the south edge of the terminal ramp from Taxiway D-3 to Taxiway D-1 is complete and surface course pavement finished on Taxiways C-4, C-5 and C-6. In late June if weather cooperates all taxiways are expected to open. Pilots are giving the new LED lights rave reviews. Besides being a bright beacon on the new CMH runway and taxiway, the energy-efficient LEDs should help reduce airfield power consumption by 60%. The next phase converting the former runway into a taxiway will involve restrictions when work moves to the far east end of the south airfield. Subsequently, progress moves to the far west end to finish removing excess portions of the old runway followed by installation of the final pavement. The final conversion phase involves resurfacing the full length of Taxiway D, with all work scheduled for completion by the end of October. CMH Trench Drain Repairs Continue The fourth of a 5-phase, 5-year trench drain project progresses. The new system has a different grate style that will support the heavy commercial aircraft and deicing at CMH gates. CMH solar panels to offset energy demand If you ve seen and been curious about the new solar panels atop Concourse A, they were installed as a green, supplemental power source that will generate enough electricity to offset the power used by Port Columbus passengers to charge their electronics. Smarter connections and better business are at the heart of this sustainable energy investment, which is possible thanks to a unique partnership between the Airport Authority and CMH concessionaires. The airport decreases energy demand and controls energy cost, millions of passengers continue receiving complimentary access to airport electricity, and airport concessionaires gain another platform to promote their products and services. Dates to Note July 8 CMH s 85th birthday On July 8, 1929 Port Columbus opened as a stop on the first transcontinental air/rail service from New York to the West coast. Passengers arrived by train at the Columbus railroad station across from the original Fifth Avenue, Port Columbus terminal where two Ford Tri-Motor aircraft awaited the inaugural flight to Oklahoma, the next stop in the transcontinental trip operated by Transcontinental Air Transport. Average price for a one-way ticket: $ Read more about CMH and TZR history at

5 ColumbusAirports.com. September 9 CMH Full-scale Emergency Exercise Port Columbus is in the process of planning its 2014, Part-139 emergency exercise required every three years by the FAA. For the first time we ll be testing ourselves and partnering first responders with an evening exercise designed to commence at 7:30 p.m. If or when this operation affects our GA partners, we ll keep everyone informed. Through the operation of Port Columbus International Airport (CMH), Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) and Bolton Field Airport (CMH), the Columbus Regional Airport Authority works to create exceptional travel experiences for passengers, strategic opportunities for businesses, and vital economic growth for the Central Ohio region. General Aviation is a vital component of the Airport Authority s complete aviation services. The broad range of GA services offered by CMH, LCK and TZR cover private and business aviation including executive and corporate operations; flying club activity; commercial operations by small aircraft such as agricultural work and news reporting; and flight training. Of the three airports, Bolton Field is a dedicated general aviation airport. For more information, visit the Airport Authority s General Aviation web page.