November 15, 1999

Deal on FAA Reauthorization Eludes Negotiators

Minor provisions agreed to so far include one setting the length of the measure at four years through 2003. Conferees also have agreed on AIP authorization levels for each year of the bill: $2.475 billion in FY2000, $3.2 billion in FY2001, $3.3 billion in FY2002 and $3.4 billion in 2003. The provision also authorizes $8 million for the voluntary purchase and installation of universal access systems to enhance airport security and ease access for airport workers, as well as authorizes $450,000 per year from operations for wildlife hazard mitigation.

During discussions on budget mechanisms for funding the FAA, Senators Slade Gorton (R-Wash.), Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), Pete Domenici (R-N.M.) and Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.) all spoke out forcefully against taking the trust fund off budget, creating an aviation firewall or any other mechanism that would guarantee aviation spending at the expense of other discretionary programs. Senators John Kerry (D-Mass.), John Rockefeller (D-W.Va.), and Kent Conrad (D-N.D.) all spoke in favor of the approach championed by House Transportation Committee Chairman Bud Shuster (R-Pa.). Shuster once again reiterated that if a compromise is not reached on the budget issues, he would not support moving the bill forward, and would not support adopting a short-term extension of the program.

At press time, it appeared that adjournment for the year could slip into the week of Nov. 15.

AAAE Offices To Close Nov. 24-29 For Move

FAA: Certificated Airports Are Y2K Ready

DOT Secretary Rodney Slater said that while the federal government expects the U.S. transportation system to be as safe in the Year 2000 as it is today, the department will continue its aggressive effort to gather information about Y2K compliance.

FAA's review focused on whether airports adhered to the Federal Aviation Regulations for safety and security. FAA's Airports Office conducted site visits and interviews with officials at the 565 certificated airports, as well as reviewed Y2K contingency plans.

The agency reminded consumers that terminal operations managed by the airport, such as baggage handling, ground transportation and parking facilities, are not under FAA regulation.

FAA also said it is currently completing a review of 3,000 U.S. airlines to determine their Y2K regulatory compliance. Information from this evaluation will be posted on the department's website by mid-November and will be updated regularly through the end of the year. In addition, the agency said that information on its website provided on the Year 2000 status of foreign countries has been updated. Information on an additional 45 foreign locations will be posted on the website this month.

DOT noted that the department has already achieved Y2K compliance for its mission critical systems, including the air traffic control system.

Slater Urges Increase In PFC Cap

In a letter to Rep. Bud Shuster (R-Pa.), chairman of the House Transportation and infrastructure Committee and chairman of the conference committee on the FAA reauthorization bill, Slater reminded the lawmaker that the administration's senior advisors will recommend that President Clinton veto a final bill that includes any mechanism that would take the aviation trust fun off-budget or increase spending without providing offsets. Similarly, Slater said, the administration would "strongly oppose" a proposal to create a discretionary budget category or "firewall" for aviation programs. "The administration believes the current financing mechanism, an excise tax on airline passengers, should be replaced with a more business-like system in which the actual commercial users of ATC services pay for them based on the cost of those services," he said. "In addition, the resulting cost-based revenue should be spent exclusively on air traffic control."

Slater noted that the administration supports an increase in the cap on PFCs, terming the fees "an increasingly important source of funds for improving and expanding airport infrastructure." He added that the PFC program "gives communities valuable tools to enhance competition."

Delta Plans New Terminal At Boston

Business Flyers Flock To Internet

The survey of more than 1,000 business travelers found a 100 percent growth in the number of corporate flyers using the Internet to make travel arrangements.

IATA predicted that this growth will continue. In 1997, some 40 percent of corporate air travelers expected to use the Internet for their travel arrangements by 2002. This year, more than 50 percent expect to be doing so by 2004. In addition, 43 percent of corporate flyers used electronic ticketing in 1999, a 60 percent growth from 1997 levels, IATA said.

IATA said a significant finding in this year's survey is the increase in the proportion of corporate travelers concerned with delays on short haul trips, up from 36 percent in 1997 to 52 percent this year.

FAA, Carriers Call For ATC Resolution

FAA Administrator Jane Garvey, along with the American and United officials, addressed delegates at the Washington, D.C., Global Summit on International Aviation Infrastructure sponsored by George Washington University, and agreed that modernizing the air traffic control system is the biggest challenge facing all elements of the aviation community.

"Modernizing the air traffic control system is an extraordinary task, certainly not for the faint of heart," Garvey stated. She emphasized that the U.S. aviation community has achieved a consensus for the first time on the elements on modernization. "Next, with that consensus, we must move forward in a deliberate, building block fashion. We must follow the plan. This means that operational capability is more important than chasing technology," she said. "We cannot wait for the ultimate system. There will always be technological developments. The key is to get something in place."

American Chairman Don Carty told conference delegates that the national debate on air traffic congestion has gone "from finger-pointing to outright ugliness." He noted that "the sad irony" of the situation is that "while the airlines, the FAA and Congress are all scrambling to avoid blame, or protect their own individual interests, the truth is that our real interests are very aligned. Unfortunately, instead of collaborating to find solutions, we spend most of our time being mad at each other."

While all parties are spending time "being mad," Carty said that "the skies are getting more and more crowded, our air traffic control system is falling farther and farther behind the modernization curve-we've got more flights, carrying more people, being delayed long and longer-and the public is getting angrier and angrier."

Carty praised Garvey for accepting responsibility for her agency's role in the flight delay equation. He noted that Garvey has also focused on solutions "rather than fixing blame."

United President Rono Dutta, addressing the same summit, called for a special task force to be convened that would recommend fundamental FAA reform to bring about change in the air traffic control system.

Dutta said that during 1999 so far, United has experienced nearly 900,000 delay minutes due to ATC flow control-the equivalent of more than a year and a half of lost time. Total ATC delays this year will cost United $373 million, he said, an increase of 22 percent over last year.

Business Travel Remains Strong

The number of adults in this country who took at least one business trip during 1998 reached 43.9 million, a 14 percent increase since a similar survey was taken in 1994 and a 2 percent increase since 1996.

According to the OAG survey, which was conducted by the Washington, D.C.-based Travel Industry Association, the average business trip last year involved 3.3 nights away from home. Nearly half of all business travelers reported that attending a meeting, trade show or convention was the reason for their travel. The South Atlantic region of the U.S. continued to be the most prevalent destination for business travel, drawing one-fourth of travelers. The Pacific, East North Central and West South Central regions were the next most popular. Only 3 percent of business travelers reported visiting destinations outside of the U.S.

Brent Shiner, A.A.E.: SWAAE President

Shiner, now an A.A.E., airport manager for the city of Hayward (Calif.) and the 1999-2000 president of the Southwest Chapter-AAAE, recalls that once while he was waiting for his grandfather, a self-employed flight instructor at Santa Monica (Calif.) Airport, to finish giving a flying lesson, he accidentally tossed a paper airplane into the airport manager's office.

His grandfather had earlier cautioned him that the job of an airport manager is to "raise rents, waste airport money and give the tenants a hard time about every little thing…he's as bad as the FAA." But the 10-year-old Brent went to investigate and peeked in the airport manager's office. "I decided I just had to get a glimpse of him hard at work," Shiner said. "There he was, this important high ranking city official…asleep at his desk. I stared at him for a few seconds, his head slumped forward over some paperwork, snoring slightly, and I said to myself, ‘Now, I can do that.'"

Since then, Shiner has held positions at Oceano (Calif.) Airport, Lake Tahoe (Calif.) Airport and Santa Maria (Calif.) Public District Airport.

As manager of busy Hayward Executive Airport since 1996, Shiner has been involved with development of a strategic business plan that is used to promote the development of aviation and non-aviation related businesses on the facility. In addition, the airport has completed a new lease document that provides incentives for tenants to make long-term investments. Two years ago, the airport implemented a rent stabilization program that lowered tie-down rents and slowed the annual increase of hangar rents. Currently, Shiner is involved in an update of the airport master plan that forecasts airport development alternatives for the next 20 years.

His philosophy toward airport management recognizes that, "An airport's propensity to effectively implement various projects is directly related to the airport manager's ability and skill in affirming community support. An airport manager must be willing and prepared to harmoniously address controversial issues and to negotiate based upon human feelings as well as technical considerations.

Shiner is a member of the Alameda County Airport Land Use Commission and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association in addition to his work in SWAAE and AAAE. He received the Airport Executive Partnership Award in 1999 from the National Air Transportation Association for outstanding efforts to foster relationships between aviation businesses and airport operators.

He received the SWAAE President's Award in 1998 for outstanding service to the association.

Shiner is a graduate of Arizona State University with a degree in air transportation management and also served in the Air Force as an air traffic controller. A private pilot, he enjoys flying the RV-4 experimental aircraft that he and his father built.

Positions Open

Boca Raton, Fla. Highly-skilled individual to provide leadership to a general aviation reliever airport. Reporting to a seven member authority, individual is responsible for managing the planning and execution of all activities, airport functions and operations for the airport, as well as airport planning, budget preparation and development for the Boca Raton Airport. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations impacting airports, preparation of federal and state grants, implementation of capital improvement program. Requires excellent communication and organizational skills. Candidate must provide clear evidence of significant management experience and be able to demonstrate understanding of complex issues of airport operations in an environment that values controlled growth and environmental sensitivity. B.S. or Master's Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration or equivalent work experience required. A minimum of five years aviation management with supervisory experience preferred. Pilots license desirable. A.A.E. accreditation preferred - must be obtained within three years of appointment. Salary compensatory with experience, exceptional benefit package. Submit cover letter and resume with salary history to Boca Raton Airport Authority, 3700 Airport Rd, Ste. 304, Boca Raton, FL 33431, Attn: Chairman, Selection Committee, deadline November 29, 1999. Fax (561)391-2238. Website: http://www.bocaratonairport.com/

AIRPORT BUSINESS ACCOUNT MANAGER

Massport is seeking an experienced airport business account manager to manage financial research and economic analysis for new initiatives, business ventures, and existing revenue sources. The successful candidate will manage active portfolios of contracts and leases and monitor tenants' lease compliance for Massport's airport-related facilities at Logan International Airport and other Massport sites. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate management or related field required; advance professional degree or equivalent experience preferred; five to seven years experience in management of multi-tenant, multi-use facilities including contract administration. Massport offers a generous compensation and benefits package. Submit resumes to Massport, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, MA 02128, Attn: Human Resources, fax (617) 568-3940, or e-mail employment@massport.com (ASCII text only). AA/EOE.

AIRPORT DIRECTOR

Outagamie County Regional Airport, Appleton, Wis. Category 2, Index B, non-hub, air carrier airport averaging approximately 10 percent annual growth in enplanements and freight for the past five years (265,369 enplanements in 1998). Reporting directly to the county executive, the director will be responsible for the daily management of airport operations, including FAA regulations, budget, capital improvements, safety, security and long-range and short-term planning. Bachelor's degree in airport management or business administration with a minimum of five years of airport management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Salary range $54,042 - $68,147 and includes an excellent benefit package. For more information regarding the airport, county and the region, access the Outagamie County website at http://www.co.outagamie.wi.us/ or call (920) 832-1669. To apply, respond by Dec. 3 to Human Resources, File TJ-563, 410 South Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911. Equal Opportunity Employer.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

Newly created position available at the Waukesha County (Wis.) Airport. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating a wide variety of operational activities as well as administrative projects for a rapidly growing general aviation reliever airport. Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in aviation management, business administration or a closely related field and two years of work experience in airport management, airfield operations or a closely related field. A master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement. 1999 salary $35,467 - $45,411 plus excellent benefit package. The full position description can be viewed on the airport's web site: http://www.critesfield.com/. Submit detailed resume by Dec. 24th to Waukesha County Administration Center, Human Resources Division, Room 160, 1320 Pewaukee Road, Waukesha, WI 53188, (262) 548-7044, or hearing impaired number (262) 548-7903. EOE. County web site: http://www.co.waukesha.wi.us/.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS OFFICER

John Wayne Airport, County of Orange, Calif. Monitors and coordinates a wide variety of airside and landside activities; provides initial response, demonstrates initiative, leadership and professional expertise in dealing with routine and emergency situations, and is responsible for effectively ensuring the day-to-day operation, safety, and security of the entire facility by application of federal, state and local regulations, and airport policies and procedures. Two years of full-time experience in an equivalent officer position at a comparable airport; or three years of experience at a smaller Part 139 certified commercial service airport performing airport operations or management duties. Experience at a non-commercial (military, cargo or general aviation) airport may be considered qualifying as long as the experience is comparable to work performed at a commercial service airport. For applications call Barbara Smaldino JWA Human Resources (949) 252-5177 or e-mail bsmaldino@ocair.com. EOE.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS POSITIONS

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Airport Operations Agent I requires completion of two years of college-level course work in airport management, aeronautical science, business or public administration, other behavioral science, or related field and six months experience in airport operations work Applications for this job class are accepted on continuous basis. Salary - $9.41 per hour. Airport Operations Supervisor (Terminal Operations) requires four-year degree from accredited institution in aviation management, business administration or related field, and four years of experience at a medium or large hub U.S. airport, including two years airport terminal operations and supervisory experience. Prefer strong customer service experience; working knowledge of FAA rules and regulations. Applications due by 4 p.m. Jan. 7, 2000. Salary $31,630 - $52, 830. Equivalent combination of training and experience accepted for both positions. Download job descriptions and official application from the county's website, http://www.co.broward.fl/careers.htm, or contact the Broward County Division of Human Resources Staffing Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Annex B, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl 33301, (954) 357-6444. EOE.

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 involves 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. This position 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 $30,000 - $34,000. E-mail resume to resume@hr.ci.houston.tx.us. or mail to City of Houston, Human Resources, Selection Services, Garden Level, P.O. Box 1562, Houston, TX 77251. EOE.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

San Bernardino, Calif. The Department of Airports is recruiting for an airport operations supervisor who will be responsible for streamlining operations and mandated state and federal regulations of the county airports. Requires 30 semester (45 quarter) units in airport management, business or public administration, or related field and three years of progressively responsible experience at general aviation airport, which includes responsibility for construction, maintenance and operations and implementations of contracts and grants. Experience in administering mandated compliance programs, airport inspections and budget development. Salary up to $52,374 annually plus excellent benefits package. For more details and application material, due by Dec. 2, contact San Bernardino County Human Resources, 157 W. 5th St., 1st Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0440, http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/. EOE/ADA Compliant.

ASSISTANT AIRPORT DIRECTOR

Lakeland, Fla. Reliever airport looking for operations-oriented person, A.A.E. or candidate preferred. Responsibilities include operations, administration, maintenance, grants, CIP, marketing, safety and security, programs. Minimum of five years progressively responsible airport operations or management experience, bachelor's degree in airport management, business or related field. Salary range $35,277-$49,629. Send resumes to the City of Lakeland, Civil Service Dept., 500 N. Lake Parker Ave., Lakeland, FL 33801, (863) 834-8790. Deadline open until position is filled.

ASSISTANT AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

New Orleans International Airport. Oversees airfield and terminal operations for an assigned shift. Ensures compliance with FAR Parts 107 and 139. Coordinates maintenance and security functions and construction activity, and manages emergency situations. Requires a bachelor's degree in aviation management. Salary $1,829/month. For further information or to send a resume, contact Ralph Hennessy, Assistant Operations Superintendent, New Orleans International Airport, Box 20041, New Orleans, LA 70141, (504) 464-3513.

ASSISTANT AIRPORTS MANAGER

San Luis Obispo, Calif. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business administration, public administration, airport administration or related field. Job-related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Three years of increasingly responsible experience in administration, operation and management of a public-use airport. Course work in principles of airport management highly desirable. Valid California driver's license required. Must possess or obtain Accredited Airport Executives status within three years of appointment; must maintain throughout employment. Requires 10-year background check. Submit county application forms by Dec. 27 to Personnel Office, Room 384, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. To request application forms, visit the personnel department's website at www.SLOCounty.org/Personnel.htm. Jobline phone number is (805) 781-5958. An EEO/AA Employer.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS

Tampa Fla. Primary duties include airport operational, managerial responsibilities at Tampa International Airport. Shift work to include holidays and weekends. Bachelor's degree in airport management, business administration or related field and two years of airport management experience at a civil, small, medium or large hub airport. Salary range $42,931-$64,397 plus full benefits package; relocation assistance available. Contact Sally Sun, (813) 870-8724, by Nov. 30 for an application packet. EOE/AA/DFW.

AVIATION DIRECTOR, INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Broward County (Fla.) Aviation Department. Responsible for overall management and administration of Aviation Information Systems Division. Manages overall design, development, implementation and integration of information, data and telecommunication systems including county applications, airport terminal expansion applications and shared tenant services. Works with department personnel, airlines, concessions and airport service providers to devise software and telecommunication services. B.S. degree in business, computer science or related field, with six years of experience managing information systems divisions, including airport systems. Send complete resume by 4:30 p.m. Dec. 17 to Broward County Aviation Department, Attention: Administration, 320 Terminal Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315-3608. Salary range $59,536 - $97,639 per year. Resumes subject to public disclosure in accordance with Florida's open records act. Broward County is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services.

AVIATION POSITIONS

HNTB Corporation, a leading aviation planning and design firm, is continuing to grow its aviation practice and is looking for professionals interested in advancing their careers while working on the world's top airports. The firm currently has the following openings in key aviation offices: Airport planners with a minimum of five years of experience (Alexandria, Va.; Irvine, Calif.); terminal planners and architects with a minimum of five years of experience (Alexandria, Va.; Irvine, Calif.); airfield engineers - all levels (Minneapolis; Orlando; Alexandria, Va.; Raleigh, N.C.; Nashville, Tenn.; Irvine, Calif.), and environmental planners with a minimum of five years of experience (Alexandria, Va.). Send resumes to Department AAAE - Human Resources via e-mail at potential@hntb.com; HNTB's careers web site at http://www.hntb-potential.com/; or fax at (301) 519-7046.

AVIATION PROPERTIES SPECIALIST I

St. Louis, Mo. Responsible for administering leases, contracts and agreements, including preparation of bid specifications, drafting contracts and monitoring and evaluating airport tenants. Must have a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, aviation management or a related field, and a minimum of one year full-time paid experience in commercial property management, contract management, airport management, airline management or commercial real estate. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the educational experience on a year-for-year basis. City of St. Louis residency required 20 days after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Salary range $30,992-$41,678 per year. For applications, contact City of St. Louis, Department of Personnel, 100 City Hall, St. Louis, MO 63103, (314) 622-4308.

AVIATION AND SEAPORT ANALYST

Orlando, Fla. Assists in implementation of aviation/seaport program, including program development, project oversight and project closeout. Coordinates review and library of airport master plans/airport layout plans and other aviation materials. Coordinates aviation planning projects for the five-year capital improvement program. Assists in implementation of Private Airport Licensing and Inspection Program. Reviews proposed local government comprehensive plan amendments. Provides support to technical advisory groups. Reviews and recommends reimbursement requests from public agencies for approval. Requires knowledge of transportation and aviation planning. Should be able to communicate effectively and coordinate with public and private officials in addition to the public. Pay range $1,300.41 - $2,137.55 bi-weekly. Application deadline is Dec. 6. Contact Frank Wichowski at (407) 482-7874 for knowledge, skills and abilities information and application. EEO/AA/VP.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Capital Region Airport Commission, which operates Richmond, Va., International Airport, is seeking an outstanding leader, motivator and manager to serve as CEO. Candidates must have bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, aviation management, economics, engineering or related field of study. Advanced degree a distinct plus. Ten years' progressively responsible management experience required, preferably within an organization exhibiting strong growth and undergoing significant organizational change. Airport management experience preferred but not absolutely required. Strong leadership skills and proven business acumen critical, as well as experience building effective teams within all organization levels. To be considered, must demonstrate solid marketing, planning, financial management and business development skills, and be well organized and able to deal with wide range of issues and complex projects. Interested candidates should fax or e-mail resume with cover letter and five-year salary history to Horton International, Attn. Tim McNamara, (410) 625-3801 or search@horton-intl.com. Very competitive compensation package. EOE.

CHIEF FACILITY MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Maryland Aviation Administration. Works within the division of maintenance functioning as the manager, building maintenance section. Responsibilities include daily management, development and implementation of maintenance, safety and repair programs at BWI Airport supported by a staff of 54 permanently assigned personnel. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a high school equivalence certificate and eight years of experience in construction, facilities maintenance or skilled trade work, four years of this experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. Salary range $38,613 - $58,085 with excellent benefit package. Applications may be obtained by calling (410) 855-6022. Resumes cannot be substituted for applications. Send applications by Dec. 17 to Kenneth Acker, Maryland Aviation Administration, P.O. Box 8766, BWI Airport, MD 21240-0766. EOE.

CIVIL ENGINEER III - Airport Construction

Phoenix, Ariz. Oversees and coordinates the management of design and construction contracts on multi-million dollar projects at Sky Harbor International Airport and the two outlying airports. Projects include a broad range of capital improvement elements, including roadways, parking facilities, utilities and projects specific to airports such as taxiways, aprons and terminals. Requires four years experience in civil engineering, including one year experience supervising professional and technical staff, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering degree. Specific knowledge in heavy civil and building design and construction related to airports is highly desirable. Maricopa County residency required within 24 months of date of hire. Salary $49,712 - $70,554. For application, contact Phoenix Personnel Department, 135 N. 2nd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003-2018, (602) 262-6277, or download from www.ci.phoenix.az.us/EMPLOY/empidx.html. City of Phoenix/AA/EEO/D.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER/EROSION CONTROL SPECIALIST

Boston, Mass./Concord, N.H., office. Must have three to seven years of storm water management and erosion control experience. Requires thorough understanding of federal and state storm water management requirements. In particular, must be familiar with design and management of drainage structures and best management practices, SWPPP preparation and maintenance and contractor oversight. Must have excellent presentation and writing skills. Send resume, references and salary history to Office Manager, The Smart Associates, 72 North Main St., Concord, NH 03301. EOE.

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

Boston, Mass. office. Must have a three to seven years of transportation-related planning experience, including airport, highway and rail. Must have a thorough understanding of the NEPA/MEPA process, noise and air impact analysis and socioeconomic impact analysis. Requires excellent presentation and writing skills. In addition, individual must have excellent project and office management abilities. Send resume, references and salary history to Office Manager, The Smart Associates, 72 North Main St., Concord, NH 03301. EOE.

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS ANALYST

Infrastructure Management Group, Inc. (IMG), headquartered in the Washington, D.C., area, seeks a talented, native Spanish-speaking international airports development analyst to join its growing international transportation consulting practice. Minimum requirements include a BA/BS and three to seven years of airport planning, finance or operations experience, plus true native-level Spanish fluency in professional writing and speech. Graduate degree and additional experience in ports, rail or highways are pluses. Strong compensation and innovative projects. Contact or send resume to Jorge Gonzalez, Vice President, at (301) 907-2900, fax (301) 907-2906, or by e-mail at jgonzalez@imginfrastructure.com.

MANAGER, ACCREDITATION/CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Alexandria, Va. Aviation association seeks energetic individual with a four-year college degree to edit large documents and provide feedback to program candidates. Requires experience creating and maintaining html web pages and using Microsoft Office. Must work well under deadlines and thrive in team/customer-oriented environment. Must communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, on paper and via the Internet. Experience in developing training curricula, with Adobe PageMaker and with databases a plus. Send resume with cover letter by Nov. 12 by e-mail to training@airportnet.org, fax to Accreditation at (703) 671-8622, or mail to AAAE, Accreditation Dept., 601 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.

PLANNER II

City of Austin (Texas) Aviation Department. Reviews, evaluates and coordinates Airport Master Plans, environmental and FAR Part 150 planning studies. Prepares and publishes in-house planning and environmental reports. Reviews and evaluates airport development plans and projects for conformance with FAA rules and regulations, and state and city codes and ordinances. Prepares and maintains Airport Layout Plan, sets and conducts site environmental inspections. Assists with airport demolition and environmental remediation and FAR Part 150 implementation projects. Bachelor's degree in airport planning preferred, plus two years of planning-related experience. Salary commensurate with experience and position is open until filled. Completed city of Austin applications or resumes may be sent to City of Austin, Human Resources, Employment Division, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767, fax (512) 499-3321. All resumes/applications must reference Requisition No. 81-1775, Planner II. Call Tamara Moore, (512) 530-6625, for additional information or an application.

PROJECT MANAGER

Massport is seeking two experienced project managers as part of its Logan Landside Program Team who will ensure efficient and effective completion of major capital projects. One will manage residential sound insulation projects as part of Massport's nationally acclaimed mitigation program, while the other will manage capital projects landside at Logan International Airport and other Massport airports, including terminal, garage, cargo and roadway projects. Requires bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture; seven to 10 years of experience with three years in a project management role; registration as a professional engineer or architect in Massachusetts or ability to obtain within one year. Massport offers a generous compensation and benefits package. Submit resumes to Massport, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, MA 02128, Attn: Human Resources, fax (617) 568-3940, or e-mail employment@massport.com (ASCII text only). AA/EOE.

PROPERTY MANAGER I/II

San Jose International Airport. Perform day-to-day property management functions in the areas of lease compliance and negotiations and development of agreement terms and conditions for foreign and domestic airlines, cargo operators, FBOs, concessionaires and miscellaneous support tenants and activities. Airport and/or commercial property management experience desired. Looking for an energetic, motivated team player. Salary $45,768 - $67,608 annually, dependent on experience. For required application and supplemental questionnaire, due by Dec. 10, call Human Resources at (408) 277-4205.

PUBLIC SAFETY MANAGER

Quad City International Airport, Moline, Ill. Responsible for Public Safety Department, including ARFF, FAR 107 Security, basic medical services, Mutual Aid Departments, and basic FAR 139 operational duties. Must have a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of management level experience, or at least 10 years of management level experience. Experience requirement must be at an air carrier airport. Quad City International Airport is a small hub airport and staffs to a "C" ARFF index, with 12 public safety officers and three dispatchers. Salary range $39,800 - $59,800. Send resumes, including complete employment and salary history, by Nov. 30 to Michael Haney, Director of Operations, Metropolitan Airport Authority, P. O. Box 9009, Moline, IL 61265-9009.

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Properties/Economic Development

San Antonio, Texas. Assists in varied administrative tasks to include development and implementation of marketing, incentive and leasing programs. Monitors lease compliance issues. Works extensively with tenants, attorneys, appraisers, engineers, architects, surveyors and appropriate city, county, state and federal agencies. Must possess knowledge of airport operations and property management and should possess considerable experience in negotiation and administration of leases and contracts. Candidates should also be proficient in oral presentation and writing skills. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in business or public administration and four years of administrative experience. Professional certification by the American Association of Airport Executives as an Accredited Airport Executive, A.A.E. is preferred. Send resumes by Nov. 26 to Diana Rodela, Department of Budget & Employee Services, City of San Antonio, TX 78282-3966. Salary range $29,856 - 44,784, salary commensurate with experience and education.

Business Opportunities

Chesterfield County (Va.) Airport is seeking statements of qualifications and experience from aviation consulting services for developing an airport business plan. Statements of qualifications will be received until 5 p.m. local time Dec. 1, 1999, and sent by mail to Steven J. Calabro, Airport Director, Chesterfield County Airport, 7511 Airfield Drive, Richmond, VA 23237. For more information, call (804) 743-0771.

The Erie Municipal Airport Authority is requesting statements of qualifications and experience for security consultant services. Interested firms should have experience in airport security, planning, design, construction management and in the administration of FAA and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation grant-in-aid programs. Requested information must be submitted by 10 a.m., Nov 30. For more information, contact David Bagnoni, Chief of Police, at (814) 833-4258, Ext. 206.

The Lee County, Fla., Port Authority is requesting letters of qualifications from qualified firms for air service development consultant services. LOQs are to be submitted by 2 p.m. Dec. 8 to the Purchasing Office, Lee County Port Authority, 1600 Chamberlin Parkway, Suite 8671, Fort Myers, FL 33913. For LOQ documents, contact Sandra Kennedy, Purchasing Agent, Lee County Port Authority, (941) 768-4372. The Lee County Port Authority reserves the right to reject any or all LOQs, with or without cause and to accept the LOQ that in its judgment will be in the best interest of the Lee County Port Authority.

The Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission is seeking statements of qualifications until 4 p.m. Nov. 23 from qualified, experienced telecommunication consulting firms to serve as a consultant to assist Little Rock National Airport in determining airport telecommunications system requirements and the selection of telecommunications system provider(s). For request for qualification documents or more information, contact Celestine Lindsey in the Airport Manager's Office, (501) 372-3439, Ext. 3, or fax (501) 372-0612.

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is seeking bids for on-airport rental auto concession. Bids must be submitted by 2 p.m. CST Nov. 22, 1999. Copies may be obtained by contacting Eric Johnson, 6040 28th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55450, (612) 725-8322, or e-mail: ejohnson@mspmac.org.

The Metropolitan Airports Commission will be issuing two separate RFPs for experienced concession developers/operators as part of expansion plans at the airport. The retail RFP will introduce at least 14 new retail shops totaling approximately 24,000 square feet. The food and beverage RFP will introduce at least 22 new food locations totaling approximately 35,000 square feet. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held at the airport on November 30 to answer any questions that developer/operators might have regarding the RFPs and to encourage networking between developer/operators and interested individual concessionaires. For a copy of either RFP, contact Joe Anderson of the Metropolitan Airports Commission at (612) 794-4199.

The Greater Orlando (Fla.) Aviation Authority is seeking competitive proposals for a sunglasses concession at Orlando International Airport. Requests for proposals should be addressed to Linda Baratta, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, One Airport Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827, (407) 825-3153.

Information Requests

Westfield-Barnes Airport, Westfield, Massachusetts, is seeking information regarding airport marketing plans or RFP packets for airport marketing plans. Contact Chris Willenborg at (413) 572-6275 or e-mail barnesairport@mail.ci.westfield.ma.us.

Congratulations

Eric Frankl, A.A.E., has been named director of operations and facilities for Fort Wayne (Ind.) International Airport. He previously served as director of operations and facilities for Capital Airport in Springfield, Ill.

2000 Aviation Issues Conference

Make your flight reservations now!! Flights are selling out quickly!!

The 2000 Aviation Issues Conference begins with an opening reception at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 and ends at noon Thursday, Feb. 24.

Hotel Information
The Aviation Issues Conference will be held at the Kaua'i Marriott Resort, Kalapaki Beach, Lihue, HI 96766, (808) 245-5050. Attendees will receive the special conference rates of $175 single/double (run of house). To guarantee these rates, identify yourself with the Aviation Issues Conference and reserve your room by January 18, 2000. Call the hotel directly at (800) 220-2925. Reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a first night room deposit, or guaranteed with a major credit card. Refunds on deposits will be made for cancellations up to two weeks prior to arrival. Substitutions can be made without penalty.

Airline Information
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc. and United Airlines are offering discounted rates to conference attendees. Rules and restrictions apply. To take advantage of the special fares, call American Airlines directly at (800) 433-1790 and refer to Star #S12497. Call Delta directly at (800) 241-6760 from 8 a.m.-11 p.m. eastern time daily and refer to file #156241A. Call United Airlines at (800) 521-4041 from 7 a.m.-midnight eastern time daily and refer to meeting code 583IL. Other airlines that fly from the mainland to Hawaii are Continental, Northwest, TWA and Hawaiian.

Complete registration information will be mailed soon, watch for it!!