PIERCE COUNTY-THUN FIELD AIRPORT MASTER PLAN MASTER PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (MPAC) AIRPORT TOUR 16915-103RD AVE. E., PUYALLUP, WA 98374 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 (2:00 to 4:00 PM)
PLU AIRPORT LOCATION MPAC Tour Meeting Location: Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Building 16915-103rd Ave. E., Puyallup, WA 98374 MEETING LOCATION CAP BUILDING PLU AIRPORT LOCATION MAP PLU AIRPORT VICINITY MAP Meridian Avenue
MEETING #1 AGENDA AIRPORT TOUR DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27(2:00 TO 4:00 PM) LOCATION: PIERCE COUNTY AIRPORT-THUN FIELD AIRPORT ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING(CIVIL AIR PATROL BUILDING) 16915-103RDAVE.E.,PUYALLUP,WA98374 This meeting will be used to make introductions to the master plan project team and stakeholders, and go on an on-site tour of the PLU Airport facilities. Meeting Tasks and Timeline[2 Hours]: Introductions [15 Minutes] Airport Tour [45 Minutes] Open Discussion / Review Request-for-Information (RFI) Data [60 Minutes]
PLU OWNERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE / MASTER PLAN ORGANIZATION PLU INFLUENCE AREA Pierce County Council (Airport Sponsor) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Washington DOT Aeronautics (WSDOT) Pierce County Airport/Thun Field Advisory Commission TFAC (Tenant and Community Interactions) Pierce County Planning & Public Works Airport & Ferry Division (Airport Administration & Operations) PLU Master Plan Master Plan Advisory Committee (MPAC) ----- Existing Airport Area of Influence ----- 2 Mile Governing Area of Influence PLU Master Plan Airport Consultants
PLU AIRPORT AERIAL FIRE STATION 69 CLOVER PARK RUNWAY 17-35 (3,650 x 60 ) PARALLEL TAXIWAY TERMIINAL AREA
PLU AIRPORT FACILITIES AND SERVICES PLU Quick Facts: Airfield: Runway 17-35 (3,650 x 60 ) Airport Users: Recreational Business/Corporate Medical Flight Instruction/Training Governmental Support Services Military Airport Activity: Aircraft Operations = ± 80,000 (Per Year) Based Aircraft = ±215 PLU Airport Services and Capabilities Aircraft repair and maintenance Aircraft storage and parking Aviation fuel (100LL) and oil sales Avionics repair Charter and business flights Aircraft weather observations (AWOS) Flight supplies and equipment Flight training Restaurant
PLU AIRPORT TERMINAL AREA PLU Airport Administrative Office (MPAC Tour Meeting Place) RUNWAY 17-35 Wings West SpanaFlight Former Talon Hangar AvStar PARALLEL TAXIWAY T-HANGARS TIE-DOWN APRON T-HANGARS HANGARS T-HANGARS NW Propeller Hangar Inn Restaurant Safety in Motion Flight Center Spencer Aircraft Supply, Spencer Avionics Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Safety in Motion Flight Center
PLU ON-AIRPORT BUSINESSES SpanaFlight: Offers flight training service, aircraft rental, scenic flights, aircraft sales and brokerage service, and a full-service aircraft maintenance facility. Spencer Aircraft: Provides aircraft and pilot supplies, hardware, poly-fiber fabric covering, avionics sales and service. Safety in Motion (SIM) Flight Center-Is a full-service FBO and FAA and VA-approved Part 141 Flight School with aircraft rentals, scenic flights, pilot services, aircraft sales & management, full-service maintenance division, courtesy car, pilot briefing area, CATS/PSI Testing Center, fuel terminal management, pilot lounge/facilities, and pilot support services. Avstar Aircraft of Washington: Aircraft maintenance and repair, specializing in Beechcraft aircraft. Northwest Propeller: Provides sales, service, and repair of propeller hub and blade assemblies.
PLU ON-AIRPORT BUSINESSES (CONTINUED) Wings West: Aircraft governor exchange and overhaul. Clover Park Technical College (CPTC):Located at southeast corner of the airfield, the CPTC offers an Aviation Maintenance Technician program, Professional Pilot program, Non-Destructive Testing program, and Advanced Composites training. Central Pierce Fire and Rescue Station 69: Provides fire, hazardous material response equipment, and medic support services, including a helipad for airborne EMS transport or search and rescue. Civil Air Patrol (CAP): A public service organization involved with air and ground emergency service missions. Hangar Inn Restaurant: A full-service restaurant and lounge.
REPRESENTATIVE GENERAL AVIATION (GA) AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES - REFERENCE Single Engine Piston Multi Engine Piston Helicopter Turbopropeller Business Jet Other/Light Sport
PLU AIRPORT HISTORY 1944 Puyallup businessmen develop a gravel landing strip on the South Hill plateau along the primary route between the communities of Puyallup and Eatonville. 1949 Airport purchased by John Thun, Sr. then renamed 'Thun Field.' 1967 Private airport and surrounding land (500 acres) sold to the Puyallup Development Company. 1979 Pierce County acquires Thun Field (150 acres). The Federal Aviation Administration and Washington State Department of Transportation -Aviation participate in Airport purchase. 2000 Airport Master Plan completed to guide County and FAA/WSDOT improvements projects. 2006 Memorial bench of John Thun, Sr. is dedicated next to former Thun home. 2010 A memorial plaque is added to John Thun's bench. In part, the inscription reads: '...John's spirited character, personal integrity, and noted involvement in the community helped make this airport a popular gathering place for many diverse groups of people.
PLU RECENT AIRPORT PROJECT HISTORY ($ TOTAL PROJECT COST) 2001 Rehabilitate taxilanes, fueling apron, remove powerlines, install runway lighting (REIL) = $494,778 2002 Land acquisition = $2,178,000 2006 Construct taxiway, Install weather station (AWOS), remove west side trees = $2,419,163 2009 Extend Parallel Taxiway = $227,519 2010 Extend Parallel Taxiway = $94,024 2013 Rehabilitate Terminal Building = $136,800 2014 Wildlife hazards Assessment = $43,167 2015 Install visual guidance; rehabilitate runway, apron, and taxiway = $431,566 2001 to 2015 Total = $6.0±Million
PLU AIRPORT FINANCIALS (2014-2016)
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MEETING HANDOUT
PLU AIRPORT MASTER PLAN SCHEDULE PROJECT ELEMENT / TASK 2017 2018 2019 Scope MONTH --> Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug PROJECT MONTH --> 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 MEETINGS: #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 MEETING - PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PAC) #1 #2 #3 #4 MEETING - THUN FIELD ADVISORY COMMITTEE (TFAC) #1 #2 #3 #5 OPT. MEETING - COUNTY DEPARTMENT STAFF #1 MEETING - COUNTY COUNCIL #1 #2 MEETING - PUBLIC OUTREACH #1 #2 MEETING - FAA (REGIONAL ADO OFFICE) #1 #2 PLAN PRODUCTION AND DELIVERABLES: ELEMENT 1: STUDY DESIGN ----> ELEMENT 2: PROJECT MANAGEMENT (20 MONTHS) ELEMENT 3: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT ELEMENT 4: FAA AGIS & SURVEY ELEMENT 5: INVENTORY/ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENT 6: AVIATION ACTIVITY FORECASTS ELEMENT 7: FACILITY REQUIREMENTS FLIGHT REVIEW FAA APPROVAL REVIEW AGIS ATTRIBUTE ELEMENT 8: IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES INITIAL ALT REVIEW REFINED ALT REVIEW ELEMENT 9: CAPITAL PLAN ELEMENT 10: AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN (SHEETS) ELEMENT 11: DOCUMENTATION/MEETINGS WP#1 WP#2 WP#3 WP#4 WP#5 Note: Proposed Project Schedule -- Subject to Change -- Finalized Project Schedule Dependent on Grant Funding, Project Notice-to-Proceed, and Kick-Off Date. Last Updated: 08-22-2017 REVIEW Final Draft FAA AIRSPACE/APPROVAL Final
PLU AIRPORT TOUR MAP CLOVER PARK SCHOOL COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE STATION #9 RUNWAY 17-35 (3,650 x 60 ) PARALLEL TAXIWAY A T-HANGARS AIRCRAFT TIE-DOWNS AIRCRAFT APRON T-HANGARS T-HANGARS HANGARS AUTO HANGARS
TOUR NOTES: Helpful Strengths Opportunities SWOT TABLE Harmful Weaknesses Threats As you take the tour, consider PLU Airport advantages and disadvantages this will be discussed at PAC Meeting #2.