February 15, 1999

DOT Bill Proposes PFC Boost, Help For Small Communities

The Clinton Administration has issued its aviation blueprint for the next five years by sending a comprehensive FAA reauthorization bill to Congress . The measure encompasses proposals ranging from a boost in the PFC ceiling to the elimination of the high density rule at three airports.

"It's a starting point," commented a staff member for a congressman active in aviation matters. "But (Senate Commerce Committee Chairman John) McCain has his bill and (House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bud) Shuster has own ideas. What finally ends up in the sausage will be the subject of negotiations."

Key provisions in the administration bill are:

• reauthorize FAA for five years with Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding set at $1.6 billion a year.
• increase the PFC ceiling by from $3 to $5. Dominated large hubs (defined as large hubs with more than 50 percent traffic from a single carrier-Atlanta, Dallas Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Newark, San Francisco, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Miami, Charlotte, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Minneapolis and Salt Lake City) would be required to file a report on just how the increase in PFC funds might be used to enhance competition if they choose to impose a $5 PFC (a $4 PFC would not trigger reporting requirement). Large and medium hubs imposing higher PFCs would be required to forgo entitlement funds.
• establish AIP formula modifications that include: elimination of the $300 million cap on discretionary funds; increase noise funding from 31 percent to 35 percent of discretionary funds (with a minimum level of $200 million); increase funding for non-primary commercial service, general aviation and reliever airports from 18.5 percent to 20 percent.
• limit AIP eligibility at large and medium hubs to only projects that meet federal mandates, further noise mitigation and compatibility programs, provide new airfield capacity or for airport planning.
• permit more flexible federal/state/local matching share ratio for projects under the State Block Grant program.
• create a new performance based organization (PBO) within FAA to manage air traffic services that would be funded by a system of cost-based user fees.
• establish a five-year pilot program to help small and rural communities and their private partners attract better air service; a requirement for major carriers to support their feeder code share partners during a strike; a requirement for large carriers to provide interline baggage and joint fare arrangements at a dominated hub to passengers flying on small, independent carriers, and implementation of a five-year program to improve about 1,500 smaller airports by facilitating satellite-based instrument approaches and by significantly expanding the number of general aviation airports able to accommodate larger aircraft.
• elimination of slots at New York's Kennedy International and O'Hare in 2004; exemption of Stage 3 regional jets from slot restrictions at Kennedy International, LaGuardia and O'Hare in 2000.
• extension of full safety certification requirements to 181 small commercial service airports that do not have full certificates.

DOT Secretary Rodney Slater said that enactment of the administration's proposal "will assure our continued world leadership in aviation safety, expand the capacity and improve the operations of our nation's aviation system, establish a stable foundation for financing Air Traffic Control responsibilities, and promote access and competition across the country, particularly in rural areas."

Tim Rogers, A.A.E., executive director at Salina (Kan.) Airport Authority and chairman of AAAE's Non-Hub/General Aviation Committee, expressed concern that the proposed five-year pilot program to assist communities in attracting new air service "initially sounds to me as if it is intended to replace Essential Air Service (EAS)." Rogers said he would rather see EAS fully funded and supported before a new program is developed. Rogers also praised the proposal for mandatory interline agreements and joint fares.

David Senne, executive director of Hattiesburg Laurel (Miss.) Regional, pointed out that requiring major carriers to support their code share partners during a strike would only be successful if the service involved flights to a competitive hub. Such a provision would only be beneficial if the service went to a market that offered competitive services by a non-striking carrier, Senne said.

The proposal to force major carriers to accept interline baggage and joint fare arrangements at dominated hubs would be an advantage to travelers from small airports, Senne told Airport Report.

John Lehrter, A.A.E., director at Northwest Alabama Regional, commented that all of DOT's proposals could have positive implications for non-hub airports, but he echoed Senne's concern that a program to force a major carrier to support its feeder line during a strike could prove useless. "If the major carrier won't be there to provide service, what good is it? A majority of people fly through the hub; it's not their destination."

Regarding the proposal to force carriers to provide interline baggage and joint fare arrangements at a dominated hub, Lehrter commented, "When you don't code share, it's hard to compete at hubs. It's (the DOT proposal) better than nothing but not enough. You need code sharing to get special loyalty programs, like frequent flyer miles."

Clinton Budget Would Reduce AIP funding

The Clinton Administration released its budget for fiscal year 2000, proposing an increase in every aviation category except the Airport Improvement Program (AIP).

The President's budget includes $1.6 billion for AIP, a $100 million reduction from last year's recommendation and a $350 million reduction from this year's enacted level; $173 million for FAA Research, Engineering and Development; $2.319 billion for FAA Facilities and Equipment, and $6.039 billion for FAA Operations. Last year, the administration proposed $1.7 billion for AIP, $150 million for R,E&D, $2.087 billion for F&E and $5.567 billion for Operations. AIP funding was actually enacted at $1.95 billion. The budget also includes proposals to fund 100 percent of FAA Operations through the aviation trust fund and $50 million in international overflight user fees.

In a media briefing on the administration's budget, DOT Secretary Rodney Slater stated that President Clinton's top transportation priority continues to be ensuring safety. He said this includes recommending that $1 billion be spent to support the Safer Skies program goal of reducing the fatal aviation accident rate by 80 percent within a decade. This amounts to a 7 percent increase over the present spending level. Other key aviation safety proposals in the President's budget include $100 million to deploy explosives detection equipment at airports, and $185 million for Free Flight Phase One, to help airplanes fly directly to their destinations, Slater said.

According to DOT Deputy Secretary Mort Downey, the $6 billion recommended for FAA Operations will allow FAA to add 100 new maintenance technicians and provide operating costs for equipment being brought on-line. "This new equipment will be purchased as part of a $2.3 billion Facilities and Equipment budget, 11 percent more than this year, to modernize FAA facilities," Downey said. "This equipment, primarily air traffic control and navigation systems, will further reduce the number of outages, reduce delays and maximize the use of our airspace. And there is $173 million for FAA research, including $39 million to research new aircraft safety improvements and $53 million to improve security. The budget also includes $50 million to subsidize commuter and regional flights to small communities that otherwise could lose air service."

Reacting to the President's budget request, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bud Shuster (R-Pa.) said he is disappointed that some of the recommended spending increases appear to come at the expense of AIP. He noted that the President seeks $1.5 billion in new aviation user fees "at the same time he cuts $350 million from (AIP). He also eliminates the general fund contribution to the aviation program, which was $3.3 billion in 1998."

The administration's budget may be viewed on AAAE's Internet site at www.airportnet.org/depts/federal/budget/FY2000/prezbudget.htm.

House Passes FAA Legislation

The House has passed H.R.99, the six-month FAA reauthorization bill sponsored by House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bud Shuster (R-Pa.), by a vote of 408-3. While H.R.99 authorizes funding for FAA and its programs for the rest of fiscal year 1999, Senate Commerce Committee Chairman John McCain (R-Ariz.) is still committed to passing a multi-year reauthorization bill.

House Panel Mulls Airport Safety, ATC Fate

The House aviation subcommittee Feb. 4 held its first hearing of the 106th Congress on the financial commitment needed to enhance the safety of airports and air traffic control systems.

During the session, Rep. James Oberstar (D-Minn.) expressed his support for increasing PFCs as a way to help fund critically needed aviation safety programs and future developments.

Witnesses testifying before the subcommittee included Charles Higgins, vice president of airplane safety and airworthiness for the Boeing Commercial Airplane Group; John O'Brien, director of engineering and air safety department for the Air Line Pilots Association; Edward Wytkind, executive director of the transportation trades department, AFL-CIO; Anthony Broderick of the firm Aviation Safety Consulting, and Michael Fanfalone, president of Professional Airways Systems Specialists.

Higgins recommended an increased role for FAA in the international community by coordinating and implementing safety enhancements globally. O'Brien stressed the need for innovative capacity enhancing procedures, while Wytkind suggested increased funding for FAA safety operations and committing resources to a long-term investment program. Broderick expressed the need for a predictable funding source to ensure confidence in the aviation system. Fanfalone recommended that funding be directed to safety personnel for oversight and training programs.

Airports Cite Positive Side Of Regulation

Many federal requirements for airports have a positive effect because they provide guidance in decision-making on complicated issues, officials from 100 airports told the General Accounting Office (GAO) in a recent survey designed to quantify airport concerns about federal regulations.

However, GAO told House Budget Committee Chairman Rep. John Kasich (R-Ohio) that more airport officials gave negative responses to two categories of federal regulations-environmental rules and contracting requirements.

Kasich had asked GAO to investigate the severity of complaints from airport officials about the cost of adhering to federal rules, as well as the obstacles federal regulations can create in obtaining non-federal financing. Kasich also asked GAO to identify those federal laws, regulations and administrative requirements that potentially affect airport development, operations and financing.

Federal statutes, regulations and requirements affecting airports can generally be grouped into 11 categories, GAO found, ranging from environmental, noise and security to bond rules. Many of these, such as federal design and construction standards and federal contracting procedures, are tied to airports' acceptance of federal grant money. GAO said that rules tied to the grant of federal money generally were described as positive by the airport officials because they gave structure to decision-making. Further, the officials said the requirements remove politics from decision-making, simplify decision-making and protect against lawsuits or other actions. None of the categories elicited a majority of negative responses, although many officials commented that environmental and contracting requirements are burdensome to administer or not cost-effective.

DOT IG Says Denver Misused Airport Funds

DOT's Inspector General told FAA that the city and county of Denver, as sponsor of Denver International, misused airport revenue and violated federal grant assurances.

DOT Assistant Inspector General for Audit Lawrence Weintrob said an audit found the airport sponsor used airport revenues to redevelop Stapleton property beyond that necessary to dispose of the property, used airport revenues for prohibited purposes and did not maintain a fee and rental structure sufficient to make the airport as self-sustaining as possible. The IG urged FAA to take immediate action "to control the use of airport revenues for Stapleton's disposal and set a fiscally responsible precedent for future airport closures."

Denver officials said they have not seen the GAO report and are unable to comment on its specifics. Denver's senior airport attorney Lee Mirable said, "Everything we have done at Stapleton is pursuant to FAA rules and regulations."

O'Hare To Build Two New Terminals

Chicago Mayor Richard Daley announced plans to build two new terminals and additional federal inspection facilities at O'Hare International. City officials estimate that construction could cost $1 billion or more and will create roughly 20 wider gates to accommodate airlines' planned larger aircraft. The proposed Terminal Four would be built on the present site of O'Hare's heating and refrigeration plant, east of Terminal Three. Terminal Six would be constructed east of the airport's current Terminal Five.

Passenger Bill Of Rights Sponsored

Airline passengers would be provided new customer service rights, including the ability to obtain a full ticket refund within 48 hours, under terms of legislation announced jointly by Sens. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.). The Airline Passenger Fairness Act would set a national policy for air travelers by outlining minimum standards of carrier behavior.

American Airlines immediately responded that if Congress passes airline consumer legislation, "It must realize that proposals requiring airlines to compile more reports and comply with more government rules will only increase our costs, which will ultimately be passed on to consumers."

POSITIONS OPEN

AIRPORT ECONOMIC
DEVELOPER

Akron, Colo. Challenging but tremendous opportunity for the right person. Experienced, proven executive to plan, implement and direct the county's and city's agenda to foster new investments and job creation in an airpark. The airport located in Akron, Colo., is the regional airport for Northeastern Colorado, which has a population of 75,000. Qualified applicants must have a verifiable track record, possess knowledge of various private/public partnerships, have a familiarity with agricultural-based economics and be committed to transforming a sleeping giant into a competitive regional entity. Submit salary requirements, resume and letter of interest to Rick Gerner, WCEDC, P.O. Box 566, Akron, CO 80720, fax (970) 345-2102.

AIRPORT DIRECTOR

Peoria, Ill. Manages all operations of a non-hub, air carrier airport with military bases and general aviation airport. Reports to the airport authority board of commissioners. Responsible for all financial and operational activities of the authority, including planning, organizing and directing the authority staff. Knowledge of air carrier and general aviation operations, FAA funding, PFCs, marketing/business development and strategic planning required. Special emphasis on facility and property development, including air cargo, airline agreements, airport marketing and financing including bonding. Requires exceptionally effective communications and administration skills and ability to balance and blend diverse interests. Bachelor's degree in administration or aviation-related field required; a minimum of five years of experience in airport management and public relations. AAAE certification or accreditation desired, or ability to obtain within a reasonable time. Salary range $60,000 - $90,000. Resume and salary history by April 10 in strictest confidence to William Troy, Greater Peoria Airport Authority, Board of Commissioners Chairman, 6100 West E.M. Dirksen Parkway, Peoria, IL 61607.

ASSISTANT AIRPORT MANAGER

The city of La Crosse, Wis., is recruiting for an assistant airport manager, a professional supervisory, managerial exempt position with operational responsibilities for La Crosse Municipal Airport, a commercially certificated airport. Required knowledge in, and compliance with, all federal, state and local aviation regulations, laws and guidelines; participate in planning efforts, budget preparation and managerial responsibilities in airport operations and maintenance functions including directing renovations and upkeep, authorizing overtime and handling complaints. Must have good public relations and problem solving skills, a bachelor's degree in airport management or related field and three years of experience in airport operations. An excellent benefit package is included. Starting salary of $27,468. La Crosse residency requirements apply. Applications due by 5 p.m. Feb. 26 and are available at City of La Crosse Personnel Department, Attn: Cynthia Nerbun, 400 La Crosse Street, La Crosse, WI 54601, (608) 789-7591.

ASSISTANT MANAGER, CARGO & AIRSIDE LEASING

Metropolitan Airports Commission, Minneapolis, Minn. Responsible for management of all MAC cargo and airside related contracts at Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Develops and implements airside service lease agreements; negotiates with and manages accounts of tenants for use of airport space; implements and administers with legal department concurrence, proposals of use, bid packages, leases, permits
and other documents related to property and concession rental. Requires bachelor's degree in business administration, airport administration, real estate or related administration/management curriculum, or five years of work experience in airport or commercial property management; two years of professional work experience in aviation properties/facilities, commercial leasing including tenant relations, or commercial property development; personal computer, LAN and software literacy; experience
in writing contracts; excellent oral
and written communication and problem solving and decisionmaking skills. $46,954 to $64,811. To obtain application package, due by Feb. 26, call Stephanie Pappas at (612) 726-8176
or request by email: Recruiting@mspmac.org.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS
SPECIALIST

Houston, Texas. Interacts with airport tenants and customers, while using effective management skills.

Maintains a team atmosphere with internal customers so that objectives can be achieved. Monitors federal, state and airport operating rules and regulations and issues corrective actions for deviations. This may involve issuing NOTAMS, managing emergency situations and coordinating construction projects. Prepares and presents oral and written reports. Generates data and analyzes reports utilizing a personal computer. May be assigned to either airside or landside duties. Requires a bachelor's degree and two years of experience in airport operations; knowledge of FAA airport operations rules and regulations. Starting salary $28,000-$32,000. Resumes to James Howell, Houston Airport System, P.O. Box 60106, Houston, TX 77205-0106, fax (281) 230-2875. EOE.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS
SUPERVISOR

Gulfport, Miss. Under the direction of the operations manager, plans, organizes and oversees airside and landside operations activities on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include the inspection of airside and landside facilities, coordinating airport construction and responding to emergency situations. Reviews and acts on operational matters involving safety, security, federal certification and related matters as they impact airlines, tenants and passengers. Ability to pass 10-year background check. Four-year degree in airport/aviation management or related field. Internship experience required. Send resumes with cover letter by March 5 to Ken R. Spirito, A.A.E., Manager Operations and Maintenance, Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, 14035-L Airport Road, Gulfport, MS 39503, e-mail: kens@gulfcoast.org.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS AGENT

Midland, Texas. Entry-level airport operations position at Midland International Airport. Assists the airport operations supervisor with the day-to-day operations of a FAR Part 139 airport. Involves shift work, weekends and holidays. Minimum requirements includes a B.S. degree in aviation management, business administration or related field and the ability to obtain a Texas Class C driver's license. One year experience desirable. Salary $22,656-$27,372 based on experience. Resumes by March 1, to Justine Ruff, AOCC Manager, Midland International Airport, P.O. Box 60305, Midland, TX 79711.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS
SUPERVISOR

Houston, Texas. Supervises and coordinates activities related to the administration, airside, landside, communications, operational safety and security functions with electric and automated systems. Supervises and trains personnel, revises and updates rules, regulations and standards and monitors for deviations from federal, state and airport operating rules. May be assigned to either airside or landside duties. Requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, public administration, or aviation management or aerosciences. Four years of work experience related to airport operations, preferably with supervisory experience. Comprehensive knowledge of aviation regulations, rules and standards; air carrier operations, public relations, rules and standards; air carrier operations, public relations and general practices. Starting salary $32,000-$37,000. Resumes to James Howell, Houston Airport System, P.O. Box 60106, Houston, TX 77205-0106, fax (281) 230-2875. EOE.

AIRPORT SUMMER INTERN

McAllen-Miller International Airport (Texas) is seeking an intern for the summer 1999 (11 weeks). The intern will receive training in all segments of the airport and its operation. Applicants must have completed at least their junior year majoring in airport management or other related fields. Compensation is $6.75 per hour plus a furnished studio apartment provided. Interested individuals should contact the Department of Aviation for application materials by March 12 at (956) 682-9101.

AVIATION DIRECTOR

Steamboat Springs/Hayden, Colo. Position oversees management of Yampa Valley Regional Airport. YVRA is a destination airport for the Steamboat Ski Resort area. Successful candidate must have strong background in airport development and operations. Requires B.S. degree in airport management, business management, public administration or equivalent, with at least five years of relevant experience, three in a supervisory position. Strong managerial abilities, airline negotiating skills, long-range airport planning and FAA experience. AAAE certification desirable. Salary Range $46,003 - $62,234 plus excellent benefit package. Send resume and three references by March 5 to Ms. Chris Hensen, Routt County Personnel Director, P.O. Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477, (970) 879-0108, or email to chensen@yampa.com. EOE.

AVIATION COMMERCIAL REP V

The Port of Oakland is seeking an aviation commercial representative V for marketing and communications. Salary $5,934 to $7,351 per month. Challenging professional work, responsible for developing air service at Oakland International Airport. Market R&D in airline presentation activities. Minimum requirements bachelor's degree in marketing, market research or other related field plus significant experience in airline route economics and planning. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Call (510) 272-1142 for application packet. Resumes alone are not sufficient. Position closes March 19. AA/EOE/M/F/H.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Montreal, Quebec. Systems developer in operation since 1994 with annual sales exceeding $8 million serving a niche market exclusively in the fields of civil aviation and airport management seeks a chief operating officer. Permanent position based in Montreal. Reports directly to president. Compensation negotiable, based on experience. Seeking seasoned executive to be responsible for all aspects of operations management, including systems marketing and installation, software/hardware development, maintenance etc., with 10 to 15 years of general management in midsize company. Must possess an active contact base with airlines/airport authorities; have effective leadership, management/people skills; be an able negotiator, and be French and English bilingual. To apply, contact Marie-Ange Bourdon, Bourdon & Associates, Executive Search Inc., phone/fax (514) 990-7798, e-mail: info@bourdon-assoc.com.

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Roanoke, Va. Reports to and serves as principal assistant to the executive director; participates in the planning, directing and operational responsibilities for all departments and divisions. Qualifications include bachelor's degree and a minimum of four years of experience in a senior airport management position at an air carrier airport, proven record of accomplishment and leadership to assist with overall responsibilities for business administration, planning and construction, marketing and air services development, operations and maintenance. Requires thorough knowledge of federal aviation rules and regulations regarding air carrier and airport operations. Prefer advanced degree and AAAE certification. Starting salary range $56,248-$64,283. Resumes should be sent by March 8 to April Schaaff, Human Resources Administrator, Roanoke Regional Airport Commission, 5202 Aviation Drive, NW, Roanoke, VA 24012.

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Green Bay, Wis. Responsible for formulating and implementing market strategies for established private provider of aircraft rescue and firefighting and other safety services at airports, airparks and FBO/manufacturing facilities. Must be familiar with FAR Parts 107, 108, 139 and respond to RFQ and RFP documents. Position requires very good verbal and written communication and language skills, media production capabilities and working knowledge of computers. Involves writing proposals for services and making presentations to airport and aviation managers and authorities. Will spearhead introduction of new safety technologies. Salary 45K, commensurate with ability and experience. Send resume to President, PRO-TEC Fire Services, LTD, 2129 South Oneida Street, Green Bay, WI 54304, (800) 242-6352. EOE.

ENVIRONMENTAL
PROGRAM MANAGER

Port of Portland, Ore. Ensures the aviation department's compliance with environmental responsibilities in support of port-wide policy and guidelines. Manages and coordinates all airport environmental policies and procedures; manages all components and phases of the aviation department's water, deicing, air, and wetlands programs; provides oversight to the management of the aviation department's hazardous materials and waste storage building; oversees management of contracts of outside consultants; receives notice of, monitors and coordinates all emergency/incident response actions and agency audits or investigations; ensures tenant compliance with port environmental policies and procedures. Prefer seven to 10 years of experience in local, state or federal environmental agencies or programs; strong management and project management background; experience managing complex environmental issues and regulatory actions with state and federal agencies and interest group; experience with airport environmental issues; experience in environmental-related program management and administration, especially natural resource management. For application materials, contact at (503) 731-7400 or by visit the port website at www.portofportlandor.com. Preemployment drug screening is required.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Grand Island, Neb. Progressive airport authority is searching for an equally progressive development oriented professional to fill the position of executive director. Position requires a bachelor's degree in airport management, business administration, public administration, or related field. Position also requires five years experience in the development and operation of a non-hub air carrier airport and industrial park. Experience, or successful track record, in air service development is greatly preferred. Salary range between $60,000 to $75,000 per year depending on experience. Interested parties should send a cover letter and resume by March 10 to Selection Committee, Hall County Airport Authority, 3743 Sky Park Road, Grand Island, NE 68801.

MANAGER, PASSENGER
MARKET DEVELOPMENT

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport desires a dynamic individual for the position of manager, passenger market development. Plans and implements passenger market development programs to attract all airlines to this market. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Minimum requirements bachelor's degree in business, aviation management, marketing, finance, economics or a related field. Over five years of high-level professional experience in marketing, strategic planning or business management. Desirable directly related experience within a major airport or airline. Knowledge of foreign business practices and cultures. Resumes will be accepted until 5 p.m. March 19 via fax at (972) 574-5732, or mail to Human Resources/Employment Office, P.O. Drawer Airport, TX 75261-9428. For more information call DFW Job Line at (972) 574-8024, or visit the airport's web site at www.dfwairport.com/hr.

SUPERINTENDENT OF MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES

Moses Lake, Wash. Applications are being accepted for the position of superintendent of maintenance and facilities; minimum five years of experience in administration and technical work associated with airfield and facilities maintenance. Must have demonstrated background in establishing a successful maintenance program. Salary DOQ. Further information available at the Port of Moses Lake, 7810 Andrews St. N.E., Suite 200, Moses Lake, WA 98837-3204, (509) 762-5363. EOE. All applications must be submitted no later than March 8.

SUPERVISOR OF OPERATIONS

Lakeland, Fla. Assists and coordinates operations on airfield in accordance with airport policies and applicable rules and regulations established by federal, state and local government. Makes routine inspection of operations areas, points out to management problem areas and recommends solutions, maintains daily runway and facility inspection schedule, coordinates with maintenance and air traffic control, complies with FAR Part 139 to assure safe operation conditions in accordance with airport certification manual. Work week normally Tuesday through Saturday. Pay range $31,366-$44,138 per year. Resumes must be received by March 1 at City of Lakeland, Gary Clark, Civil Service Department, 500 N. Lake Parker Ave., Lakeland, FL 33801.

VP/PRINCIPAL

Major airport/aviation consulting firm seeks VP/principal. Position leads a staff of seasoned professionals and will have complete responsibility for staffing and growth initiatives. Successful candidate will have thorough knowledge of all aspects of aviation finance in an aviation consulting or financial services organization. Competitive compensation/EOE. Send resume in confidence to Horton International, Beth Broidis (broidis@horton-intl.com) or call (860) 674-8701.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

The city of Austin, Texas, is soliciting proposals until 2 p.m. March 9 from qualified operators to operate and manage a high-quality, reasonably priced, boot and shoe shine concession with two separate stands in the public area of the Terminal Complex at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, which will open for commercial operations in May 1999. Proposers must make a good-faith effort to use certified Disadvantage Business Enterprise at a level to equal or exceed 10 percent of proposer's projected annual gross revenue. For more information, contact Ken Muenzler, contract manager, at the above address, (512) 369-6690 or fax (512) 369-6630. Reference RFP No. KM99300008.

The Collier County (Fla.) Airport Authority is seeking statements of qualifications from firms interested in providing construction phase supervision and general airport consulting services for Immokalee Regional Airport, Marco Island Executive Airport and Everglades Airpark over the next year with an option to extend annually four times up to a total of five years. Consultant would be evaluated for timeliness, quality, and work product prior to authorizing renewal options. Projects are to be funded with grants from FAA AIP grants and the Florida Department of Transportation requiring input, approval and compliance with applicable standards, advisory circulars and regulations of the FAA, the state of Florida and Collier County. Submissions must contain sufficient data to allow the authority to evaluate interest and qualifications, but not be more than 25 pages including all exhibits, forms, and questionnaires, and excluding Form 254 and 255. Submission shall include the following information tabbed and in this order: 1) Project Understanding, 2) Company History, 3) Location of Firm, 4) Project Team, 5) Representative Projects, 6) Environmental Experience, 7) Grant Experience, 8) FDOT Aviation Office Experience, 9) Form 254 and 255. For proposal packages contact the Collier County Purchasing Director's Office, General Services Building, Collier County Government Center, 3301 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112. Sealed proposals to provide professional consulting services will be received until 3 p.m. March 26 by the Collier County Purchasing Department at the above address.

General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee, Wis., is seeking proposals until March 18 from qualified firms with experience operating and managing county-wide shuttle services. To receive proposal package, send contact name and title, company name, address, telephone and fax number to John Moore, Operations-Landside, Gen. Mitchell International Airport, 5300 South Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207, (414) 747-5215, fax (414) 747-5386. Pre-bid Feb. 24.

The city of Kansas City, Mo., Aviation Department is soliciting proposals for the designing, producing, printing and distributing of a bi-monthly Kansas City International Flight Guide. Proposals will be accepted until 2 p.m. March 5 at the Kansas City Aviation Department, Administration Building, 601 Brasilia Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64153-2054 or P.O. Box 20047, Kansas City, MO 64195-0047. Proposal packages will be available Feb. 16. To obtain the RFP package, send facsimile requests to Judi O'Donnell, properties specialist, economic development, fax (816) 243-3070; phone (816) 243-3021.

Manchester (N.H.) Airport is soliciting statements of qualifications until 4 p.m. March 5 from cleaning and janitorial companies interested in providing airport terminal cleaning services. Request for statements of qualifications documents may be obtained by contacting David Bush, Assistant Airport Director, Property and Contract Management, Manchester Airport, One Airport Road, Suite 300, Manchester, NH 03103-3395, (603) 624-6539, Ext. 321, or fax (603) 666-4101.

The 1999 Massachusetts Institute of Technology/Massport Airport Short Courses for airport managers, senior planners and consultants will be held in Boston, Massachusetts. MIT Session: June 7-11, and Massport Session: June 11-12. For detailed information and registration package, send fax to Gail P. Hickey at (617) 253-7140.

Northern Maine Regional Airport is soliciting statements of interest and information until 2 p.m. Feb. 26 from any firm interested in handling the advertising concession at the airport. Information provided will be used to evaluate a firm's qualifications, experience and financial capability to adequately administer the airport's advertising program. The details regarding this concession and the requirements of the proposal are available by contacting the Airport Manager's Office, Northern Maine Regional Airport, 650 Airport Drive, Suite 11, Presque Isle, Maine 04769, (207) 764-2550.

The city of Redmond, Ore., owner and operator of Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport is seeking statements of qualification until April 30 to provide professional engineering services for a five-year period. Request for bid documents should be addressed to Nancy Blankenship, City Recorder, City of Redmond, P.O. Box 726, Redmond, OR 97756-0100, (541) 923-7751, fax (541) 548-0706.

Sarasota Bradenton (Fla.) International Airport is requesting proposals until 2 p.m. March 31 from firms to provide and install a replacement for the electronic visual information display system (EVIDS). For RFP documents, contact the office of the Senior Director of Aviation, 6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 359-5200, Ext. 215, or fax (941) 351-8264 after March 1. A mandatory pre-RFP meeting will be held at 2 p.m. March 16 at the Jeanne McElmurray Auditorium, 1123 General Spaatz Bldg., Sarasota, FL 34243. All inquiries to this RFP are to be made to Mr. Lynn Devon, manager, airport operations, at (941) 359-5200, Ext. 213.

Sarasota Bradenton (Fla.) International Airport is soliciting proposals until 4 p.m. March 9 for its advertising concession. RFP documents may be obtained by writing or faxing, Advertising Concession Rep, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243, Attn., Richard A. Rossi, Manager, Properties, fax (941) 351-9099. A preproposal conference is schedule for 1:30 p.m. March 2 in the large conference room on the third floor of the airport terminal building.

The Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority (SARAA) is accepting sealed bids until 2 p.m. Feb. 26 for the sale of a 1973 Walter 1,500 gallon crash-rescue truck and a 1968 International Loadstar 1700 crash truck, 4x4, gas powered. Vehicles are located at Harrisburg International Airport in Middletown, Pa. Bids to BAA Harrisburg Inc., agent for SARAA, Harrisburg International Airport, 135 York Dr., Middletown, PA 17057, Attn Curt Summers. Award, if any, will be on an item-by-item basis. Vehicles sold "as is" and "where is" with no warranty either expressed or implied. Bidders must submit guaranty (certified check, bank cashier's check, treasurer's check or money order) in the amount of 10 percent with the proposal. Highest received bid will constitute purchaser. Purchaser will remove vehicle from the airport property within seven days of purchasing and is responsible for all taxes. Payment by certified check, bank cashier's check, treasurer's check or money order must be made within three working days of award. To inspect the vehicles and/or receive bid forms, contact Bob Gardner, Harrisburg International Airport Vehicle Maintenance Shop, at (717) 948-3900, Ext. 3974. SARAA and BAA are equal opportunity employers. Visit BAA's web site at www.baahbg.com

Yeager Airport, Charleston, W.Va., is accepting statements of interest until March 19 for a preliminary financial plan for a capital improvement project-extension of primary instrument runway. Interested firms should call the airport director's office at (304) 344-8033 for informational package.

INFORMATION REQUESTS

The Aspen-Pitkin County Airport is seeking information on the placement of newsracks in terminal buildings (samples of leases/agreements, example of revenue analysis would be helpful) and any information pertaining to an on-airport paid parking concession where the customer pays parking charges in advance through automated attendant equipment. Forward information to Scott E. Smith, A.A.E., Director of Aviation, Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, 233 E. Airport Rd., Suite A., Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 920-5384.

General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee, Wis., is seeking information from any airport that owns an outdoor billboard sign(s) on its land and has sought bids or proposals from advertising firms to advertise or make use of the sign. Contact Holly Ricks, General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 (414) 747-5702, fax (414) 747-4525.