PUBLIC NOTICE FOR PROPOSED COLLECTION OF PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGES AT COLORADO SPRINGS AIRPORT Date of Public Notice: 8/15/2016 In accordance with the requirements of Section 158.24 of Federal Aviation Regulation (Code of Federal Regulations, Title 14, Part 158), official notice is hereby given by the Colorado Springs Airport of its intent to submit an Amendment #1 to the twenty first Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Application to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the projects listed below. The City of Colorado Springs received approval from the FAA to impose and use PFCs for fifteen projects at the Colorado Springs Airport under PFC Application 16-21-C-00-COS on March 15, 2016. The total PFC approved amount is $14,038,962. A change in financing methodology or project scope requires an Amendment to the application per the FAA. COS is requesting to change both financing methodology and scope within Amendment #1. These proposed changes reduce the original application by -$1,068,754. Summary The Airport plans to continue to collect a PFC of $4.50 per enplaned passenger. We anticipate collection for PFC #21 to terminate, at the present rate of collection, on July 2020. The estimated total PFC revenue for PFC Application #21 and all previously approved and pending applications as amended, net of carrier collection fees plus interest income, is $84,317,148. The Airport plans to submit the proposed amendment to PFC #21 to the FAA for review and approval on or about September 5, 2016. If you have any questions, please contact Nathan Lavin at (719) 550-1973.
Fleet Improvement (Phase V) This project entailed the procurement of three (3) Runway Plow Trucks for snow and ice control purposes. The total project budget is $714,146 of which $500,188 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay- Go). Part 139 requires Airport operators to maintain, if possible, all runways, high-speed turnoffs and taxiways in no worse than wet condition during inclement winter storm weather via the prompt removal and/or control of snow, ice and slush. Per AC 150/5200-30C, Airport Winter Safety and Operations, the presence of contaminants such as snow, ice or slush on airfield pavements cause hazardous conditions that may contribute to airplane incidents and accidents. These contaminants degrade the coefficient of friction, reduce braking and directional control, and impede aircraft acceleration. Furthermore, winter storm conditions reduce Airport traffic volumes through flight delays and/or cancellations, and in severe storm conditions, cause Airport closures. Airport operators can minimize the undesirable effects of inclement winter storm weather through various approaches, including the acquisition of proper snow and ice control equipment. However, a portion of the COS Airport fleet is nearly 20 years old and reaching the end of its usable life, thus making it difficult to maintain Airport Movement Areas (AMA) in safe operating conditions. The main objectives behind the procurement of these three (3) Runway Plow trucks were: To replace two aging plow trucks: a 1986 Oshkosh P series plow truck as well as a 1991 GMC plow truck; To acquire an additional plow truck in order to enhance snow removal operation efficiency; To comply with 14 CFR Part 139.313 Snow and Ice Control and provide a safe operating environment for aircraft operating at COS Airport during winter storm weather conditions. Actual project start: June 20, 2012 Actual completion date: December 27, 2013
General Aviation (GA) Apron Transition and Edge Taxilane Rehabilitation This project consisted of the rehabilitation of the edge taxilane and the apron transition between the east edge of the edge taxilane and the Jet Center lease line. It also involved the construction of an infield Vehicle Service Road (VSR) with asphalt millings between Taxiway A and the edge taxilane. This Project cost $1,867,998 and will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). The General Aviation Apron Transition and Edge Taxilane pavement section physically abuts the adjacent General Aviation Apron pavement and is classified as a non-movement area. The taxilane area rehabilitated is approximately 1,850 feet long by 138 feet wide. The taxilane itself is currently marked as 75 feet wide. The apron transition is approximately 63 feet wide and includes a marked Vehicle Service Road. According to the best available data on this asphalt pavement, the last date of reconstruction or rehabilitation for this section of taxilane was in June 1967. The pavement surface was experiencing severe distresses; mostly in the form of alligator cracking, block cracking, longitudinal and transverse cracking, raveling and weathering, and rutting. The PCI value for this section of pavement was documented as 007/100 (based on 2011 PCI analysis), while the GA Apron transition had a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 66. The Airport rehabilitated this section of taxilane pavement in order to accommodate the existing and projected future aircraft fleet mix. The majority of utilization for this section of taxilane is from a range of general aviation aircraft types, including corporate jets, which are transitioning from the parking aprons associated with the adjacent Fixed Base Operator (Colorado jetcenter) to Taxiway A via connectors A-2 and A-3. However, this pavement also accommodates the movements of larger passenger (charters and diversions), cargo and itinerant military aircraft on an occasional basis (estimated to be approximately 250 annual operations), including but not limited to aircraft types such as the B737-700, A319/A320, B757-200, C-130, C-17, and KC-135. The main objective behind this project was to preserve safety by rehabilitating aging pavement on the General Aviation Apron for General Aviation, Military and Itinerant commercial service operations. Actual project start: July 2013 Actual project completion: December 2013
General Aviation Infield Area Pavement Reconstruction and Cargo Taxilane Widening This project consisted of widening the Cargo Taxilane by 15 feet on the southwestern edge, constructing a new taxilane shoulder on the northeastern side of the taxilane, and rehabilitating approximately 9,000 SF of infield pavement between Taxiway A2 and the Cargo taxilane. This Project cost $729,716 and will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). The General Aviation Infield Common Area and Cargo Taxilane consists of a triangular shaped section of pavement, which is located between Taxilane A-2 and the Cargo Apron. The intent of this project was to accomplish the following: Add approximately fifteen feet of full-strength concrete pavement to the southwest side of the existing Cargo Taxilane. Currently, the width of the full strength taxilane is 65 feet. The desired width will comply with Taxiway Design Group V Taxiway Safety Margin criteria for the Boeing 757-200. Addition of a paved shoulder on the north edge of the Cargo Taxilane, along with grading improvements through the extents of the Taxilane Safety Area, to comply with Airplane Design Group IV criteria. Rehabilitation of approximately 9,000 SF of infield pavement between Taxilane A-2 and the Cargo Taxilane. This infill concrete pavement is badly deteriorated and is a significant source of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) for the General Aviation, Military, and Cargo aircraft that use the adjacent facilities. The intent is to remove the existing infill pavement and replace it with a new section that can accommodate the occasional passage of aircraft. An existing storm drain inlet in this section of infill pavement will also have to be removed and replaced. Selective replacement of concrete panels within the Cargo Taxilane that are in or near the wheel path. The objective behind the widening of the Cargo taxilane as well as the construction of new taxilane shoulders was to bring the taxilane to compliance with FAA standards, eliminate FOD potential and maintain aircraft safety. Actual Project start: March 2013 Actual project completion: September 2013
Improvements to Vehicle Service Road from Fuel Farm to Military Apron This project consisted of paving an all-weather, vehicle service road (VSR) from the fuel farm facility to Access Checkpoint #60. This Project cost $902,286 and will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). The existing VSR was an unimproved gravel road that had drainage issues and created ponds as well as muddy and icy conditions and would get very rutted when used by heavier vehicles. The main objectives behind the paving of this roadway were to provide safe access for fueling trucks to the A/DACG ramp from the fuel farm facility and also provide a maintainable roadway for use by Airport operations and Maintenance personnel along with Airport police for daily operations within the Airfield Operations Area and required daily perimeter fence inspections. Actual project start: July 2013 Actual project completion: November 2013
Rehabilitation of Taxiways E, G, and H (Phase IV) This project consisted of the full depth reconstruction of Taxiway E3, Taxiway E6 and a portion of Taxiway E from Sta. 190+00 and Sta. 65+50. Additionally, a full depth reconstruction of the existing taxiway shoulder pavements adjacent to the aforementioned areas. This Project cost $13,945,882 of which $1,001,316 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). In late 2003, the Airport identified a condition that was causing airfield pavement to deteriorate at the Colorado Springs Airport. Known as Alkali Silica Reactivity, or ASR, the condition causes a chemical reaction that weakens the internal structure of concrete by causing it to crack, thus creating Foreign Object Debris (FOD) issues and significantly shortening the service life of the affected pavement system. On Airport staff s recommendation, The Colorado Springs City Council authorized a study that demonstrated the need to replace the pavement system on Runway 17L/35R and associated Taxiways E, G, and H. Due to safety concerns, the replacement of Runway 17L/35R was deemed to be the highest priority by both the Airport and the FAA. Over a period of three years (2004-2006), the FAA funded a $37.4 million project to replace the Runway 17L/35R pavement system. The rehabilitation of the taxiways was less critical from a safety standpoint. After the replacement of Runway 17L/35R between 2004-2006, the Airport reached an agreement with the FAA to fund follow-on projects to reconstruct affected taxiways E, G and H over multiple years. The multi-phased taxiway rehabilitation program began in 2007. The objective behind the reconstruction of the portion of Taxiway E involved in this phase was to preserve the safety of passenger carriers and other aircraft utilizing the Airport s primary taxiway system (Taxiways E, G and H) by replacing ASR-affected pavement with new Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP). This reconstruction allowed for continuous access to Runway 17L/35R, the Airport s primary runway and mitigated hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from ASR-affected pavement. Actual project start: November 2012 Actual project completion: December 2013
Rehabilitation of Taxiways M and F (Phase I) This project entailed the full depth reconstruction of Taxiway M (from Taxiway G to approximately Sta. 259+00) and Taxiway F (from Taxiway W to Taxiway B). The work also included the full depth reconstruction of the existing taxiway shoulder pavements adjacent to the aforementioned areas. This Project cost $6,844,970 of which $684,497 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). In late 2003, the Airport identified a condition that was causing airfield pavement to deteriorate at the Colorado Springs Airport. Known as Alkali Silica Reactivity, or ASR, the condition causes a chemical reaction that weakens the internal structure of concrete, significantly shortening the service life of the affected pavement system. On Airport staff s recommendation, the Colorado Springs City Council authorized a study that demonstrated the need to replace the pavement system on Runway 17L/35R and associated Taxiways E, G, and H, as well as Taxiways M and F. Due to safety concerns, the replacement of Runway 17L/35R was deemed to be the highest priority by both the Airport and the FAA. Over a period of three years (2004-2006), the FAA funded a $37.4 million project to replace the Runway 17L/35R pavement system. The rehabilitation of the taxiways was less critical from a safety standpoint. After the replacement of Runway 17L/35R between 2004-2006, the Airport reached an agreement with the FAA to fund follow-on projects to reconstruct affected taxiways E, G, H, M and F over multiple years. The multi-phased taxiway rehabilitation program began in 2007. The objective behind the reconstruction portions of Taxiways M and F involved in this phase was to preserve the safety of passenger carriers and other aircraft utilizing the Airport s primary taxiway system (Taxiways E, G and H) by replacing ASR-affected pavement with new Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP). This reconstruction allowed for continuous access to Runway 17L/35R, the Airport s primary runway and mitigated hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from ASR-affected pavement. Actual project start: November 2011 Actual project completion: December 2012
Sand Creek Drainage Repairs This project consisted of constructing two longitudinal riprap walls, at the existing creek bed and along the embankment, with revetments designed to mitigate and reinforce against further erosion of the creek embankment. This project cost $277,416 and will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). Over the past several years, a section of the Sand Creek channel located in the northwest quadrant of the Colorado Springs Airport had been destabilized by a series of significant storm events. The creek channel continued to erode at a rapid pace and threatened to undermine the Airport s perimeter fence as well as an adjacent Vehicle Service Road (VSR). At the time, the Airport closely monitored the fence line to ensure the security of the Airport and nearby Peterson Air Force Base, and restricted use of the VSR for safety reasons. While these measures were effective for the short term, a repair of the creek channel was needed to stop the erosion, preserve the fence line and return the VSR to full service. This project assisted in mitigating and reinforcing against further erosion of the creek embankment and preserved the Airport s perimeter fence line as well as its adjacent VSR. Actual project start: March 2012 Actual project completion: November 2013
Security Checkpoint Expansion Project Description - Physical This project involved expanding the existing Terminal Building main floor level by approximately 3,800 square feet. Approximately 2,000 square feet was constructed on the east side of the existing checkpoint to accommodate additional passenger queuing and modifications to the passenger loading bridge at Gate 2, while nearly 1,800 square feet was constructed on the west side of the checkpoint to make room for the additional TSA screening equipment. Project elements included mobilization, site work, utility relocation, pre-cast concrete removal and installation, structural steel construction, wood carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, plumbing, electrical, installation of doors and windows, and interior finishes. Project Description - Financial The project cost $852,356 and will be primarily funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was in the process of installing upgraded and advanced screening equipment in many commercial-service airports nationwide. The Colorado Springs Airport was identified by the TSA as an Airport that could be eligible to receive new screening equipment as part of the nationwide airport security enhancement program. This project facilitated expanding the security checkpoint footprint to accommodate the upgraded equipment, including back scatter and Explosives Detection System (EDS) technology. Furthermore, this project reconfigured the security checkpoint lanes in order for passengers to move through the security checkpoint as efficiently as possible. The project also provided additional space for passengers at the checkpoint queuing area. With the previous configuration, screening lines could be quite long, especially during peak periods. The lines often backed up into the main terminal building, blocking access to concessions, creating congestion with meeter/greeter waiting at the exit lanes, and blocking access to airline ticket counters. The objectives of this project were to enhance security by accommodating next generation TSA screening equipment at the COS Airport security checkpoint, and providing sufficient space for additional passenger queuing in order to move travelers through the security checkpoint as efficiently as possible. Actual project start date: December 2010 Actual project completion: May 2013
Rehabilitation of Terminal Apron and Trench Drain System (Terminal Apron Taxilanes) This project is anticipated to include the full reconstruction of the North Apron Edge Taxilane and Shoulders from Taxiway M through Taxiway P, partial reconstruction of the Apron Trench Drain System, removal and replacement of approximately 200 Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement slab panels and removal and installation of new joint sealant at all areas of the ramp. This Project will cost approximately $12,942,977 of which $744,298 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go) The Colorado Springs Air Carrier Apron and Apron Edge Taxilane were constructed in four major sections between 1993 and 1996. The main section of the Apron and Apron Edge Taxilane were completed in 1993. An Apron infill area between the Terminal Building and main Apron section was completed in 1994. A West Apron Expansion was completed in 1995 and an East Apron Expansion was completed in 1996. The 2013 Pavement Management and Evaluation Systems Update from the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics has assigned a Pavement Condition Index ( PCI ) of 55 to the main Apron section, North Apron Edge Taxilane and the East Apron Expansion Area. A PCI value of 68 was assigned to the West Apron Expansion Area. The on-site visual inspections conducted for the CDOT 2013 System Update was performed in November 2012. No major reconstruction or rehabilitation of the Air Carrier ramp has been performed since initial construction. The main objective behind this project is to preserve safety of passenger carriers by reconstructing aging pavement on the Air Carrier Terminal Apron. Actual project start: November 1, 2014 Estimated project completion: November 2016
Fleet Improvement (Phase VII) This project entails the procurement of one (1) multi-purpose runway snow removal unit, one (1) Constant Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME), one (1) 24 runway plow and one (1) tracking tow behind broom. The total project budget is $923,000 and will be fully funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). Part 139 requires Airport operators to maintain, if possible, all runways, high-speed turnoffs and taxiways in no worse than wet condition during inclement winter storm weather via the prompt removal and/or control of snow, ice and slush. Per AC 150/5200-30C, Airport Winter Safety and Operations, the presence of contaminants such as snow, ice or slush on airfield pavements cause hazardous conditions that may contribute to airplane incidents and accidents. These contaminants degrade the coefficient of friction, reduce braking and directional control, and impede aircraft acceleration. Furthermore, winter storm conditions reduce Airport traffic volumes through flight delays and/or cancellations, and in severe storm conditions, cause Airport closures. Airport operators can minimize the undesirable effects of inclement winter storm weather through various approaches, including the acquisition of proper snow and ice control equipment. However, a portion of the COS Airport fleet is nearly 20 years old and reaching the end of its usable life, thus making it difficult to maintain Airport Movement Areas (AMA) in safe operating conditions. The main objectives behind the procurement Is to purchase one (1) multi-purpose runway snow removal unit, one (1) Constant Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME), one (1) 24 runway plow and one (1) tracking tow behind broom. To replace two aging brooms: a 2001 Oshkosh broom as well as a 1996 Sweepster broom; To replace old TES decelerometer, with CFME to enhance time on runway To comply with 14 CFR Part 139.313 Snow and Ice Control and provide a safe operating environment for aircrafts operating at COS Airport during winter storm weather conditions. Estimated project start: June 2015 Estimated completion date: December 2016
Rehabilitate TW C from C7 through TW H (Design/Construction) This is a phased, multi-year rehabilitation project of portions of Taxiways C and G as well as Terminal Connector Taxiways M, N and P. Phase I of this multi-year project entails the rehabilitation of Taxiway C from Taxiway C7 through Taxiway H. This Project will cost approximately $11,644,017 of which $1,501,541 will be funded with PFCs (through both PFC Pay-Go and PFC backed debt financing). The section of Taxiway C described herein, was constructed with Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement in 1998, and no major reconstruction or rehabilitation has been performed on this structure since initial construction. Furthermore, the identified Taxiway C pavement surfaces are experiencing moderate to severe distresses, mostly in the form of surface map cracking, longitudinal and corner cracking and spalling, creating Foreign Object Debris (FOD) from large fragments of the deteriorated concrete surfaces. The main objective behind this project is to preserve safety of passenger carriers and other aircrafts utilizing this section of Taxiway C by reconstructing its aging pavement. This project will also mitigate potential hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from pavement deterioration. Estimated project start: January 2016 Estimated project completion: December 2016
Rehabilitation TWY G, Terminal Connectors (Phase I)- Design This is part of a phased, multi-year rehabilitation project of portions of Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connector Taxiways. This Project will cost approximately $910,000 of which $91,000 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC Pay-Go). The sections of Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connectors described herein were constructed with Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement in 1993, and no major reconstruction or rehabilitation has been performed on these structures since initial construction. Furthermore, the identified Taxiway Connectors through G pavement surfaces are experiencing moderate to severe distresses, mostly in the form of surface map cracking, longitudinal and corner cracking and spalling, creating Foreign Object Debris (FOD) from large fragments of the deteriorated concrete surfaces. The 2013 Pavement Management and Evaluation Systems Update from the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics has assigned a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 67, 56 and 61 to the aforementioned sections of Taxiways M, N and P, respectively. The main objective behind this project is to preserve safety of passenger carriers and other aircraft by rehabilitating aging pavement on Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connectors. This project will also mitigate potential hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from pavement deterioration. Estimated project start: October 2016 Estimated project completion: March 2017
Fleet Improvement (Phase VIII) The procurement of Phase VIII of the Airport s Fleet improvement program includes the following items: two (2) replacement Tracking Tow Broom, and one (1) Police Vehicle. The total project budget is $808,609 and will be fully funded with PFCs (through PFC backed Debt Financing). A portion of the COS Airport fleet is nearly 20 years old and reaching the end of its usable life, thus making it difficult to maintain Movement Areas and other essential airport areas in safe and secure operating conditions. The main objective behind this project is to replace aging equipment to provide a safe and secure operating environment for air carriers and other important airport users. The Tracking Tow Brooms is intended to replace a 1996 Sweepster broom and will be used to sweep and clean snow, ice, slush and debris from airport operational areas. The additional runway broom will decrease time on runway and provide a quicker cleaned surface. The replacement Police vehicle will be utilized to replace a 2011 Ford SUV and will be utilized by Colorado Springs Police Department to assist with security perimeter inspections as well as emergency responses. Estimated project start: June 2016 Estimated completion date: December 2016
Rehabilitation TXWY G, Terminal Connectors (Phase I)- M, N, P from G to Apron Construction This is a phased, multi-year rehabilitation project of portions of Taxiways C, G and Terminal Connector Taxiways. Phase II of this multi-year project entails the rehabilitation of terminal Connector Taxiways M, N and P from Taxiway H to the Terminal Apron. This Project will cost approximately $12,466,391 of which $1,235,391 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC backed debt financing). The sections of Taxiways M, N and P described herein were constructed with Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement in 1993, and no major reconstruction or rehabilitation has been performed on these structures since initial construction. Furthermore, the identified Taxiway M, N and P pavement surfaces are experiencing moderate to severe distresses, mostly in the form of surface map cracking, longitudinal and corner cracking and spalling, creating Foreign Object Debris (FOD) from large fragments of the deteriorated concrete surfaces. The 2013 Pavement Management and Evaluation Systems Update from the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics has assigned a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 67, 56 and 61 to the aforementioned sections of Taxiways M, N and P, respectively. The main objective behind this project is to preserve safety of passenger carriers and other aircraft by rehabilitating aging pavement on Terminal Connector Taxiways M, N and P. This project will also mitigate potential hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from pavement deterioration. Estimated project start: January 2017 Estimated project completion: December 2017
Rehabilitation TWY G, Terminal Connectors (Phase II) - Design This is part of a phased, multi-year rehabilitation project of portions of Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connector Taxiways. This Project will cost approximately $655,634 of which $73,634 will be funded with PFCs (through PFC backed debt financing). The sections of Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connectors described herein were constructed with Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement in 1993, and no major reconstruction or rehabilitation has been performed on these structures since initial construction. Furthermore, the identified Taxiway Connectors through Taxiway G pavement surfaces are experiencing moderate to severe distresses, mostly in the form of surface map cracking, longitudinal and corner cracking and spalling, creating Foreign Object Debris (FOD) from large fragments of the deteriorated concrete surfaces. The 2013 Pavement Management and Evaluation Systems Update from the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics has assigned a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) from 56-67 through sections of Taxiways M thru P. The main objective behind this project is to preserve safety of passenger carriers and other aircraft by rehabilitating aging pavement on Taxiways G and associated Terminal Connectors. This project will also mitigate potential hazards to aircraft caused by FOD resulting from pavement deterioration. Estimated project start: October 2017 Estimated project completion: March 2018
Fleet Improvement (Phase IX) The procurement of Phase IX of the Airport s Fleet improvement program includes the following items: Four (4) Multi-Function Snow Removal Equipment Vehicles, and one (1) tracking tow behind broom. The total project budget is $776,960 and will be fully funded with PFCs (through PFC backed debt financing). A portion of the COS Airport fleet is nearly 20 years old and reaching the end of its usable life, thus making it difficult to maintain Movement Areas and other essential airport areas in safe and secure operating conditions. The main objective behind this project is to replace aging equipment to provide a safe and secure operating environment for air carriers and other important airport users. The Four (4) Multi-Function Snow Removal Equipment Vehicles will be used to replace 20 year old snow removal equipment following the snow fleet replacement program. The addition of the Multi- Function Snow Removal Vehicles will be used to significantly decrease our time on the runway during snow removal operations. Estimated project start: June 2017 Estimated completion date: December 2017