NBAA Update Archive
NBAA Update #02-23
Monday, June 10, 2002
ANNOUNCEMENT ON DCA ACCESS EXPECTED THIS WEEK
NBAA expects the DOT to announce this week a procedure that would restore general aviation
access to Reagan National Airport (DCA). Originally promised by the Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) for the end of May, the procedure was delayed until further review by
Bush Administration officials, including the Office of Homeland Security. Tomorrow will mark
the end of the ninth month since DCA was closed to all general aviation traffic. For background
information on the situation at DCA, visit:
www.nbaa.org/airports/DCA
SECURITY INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON NBAA WEB SITE
NBAA regularly updates its Security page at www.nbaa.org/ops/security
with aircraft and airport security news and guidelines. Visit that page to review documents
titled "NBAA Best Practices for Business Aviation Security," "Flight Department
Security Checklist," and "General Aviation Coalition Security Recommendations to
the TSA" as well as NBAA Management Guide security guidelines and a list of security
services vendors.
www.nbaa.org/ops/security
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY PRESENTS CHALLENGES,
OPPORTUNITIES
On Thursday, June 6, President Bush proposed the creation of a cabinet-level Department of
Homeland Security that would consolidate many of the agencies responsible for national security,
including the Transportation Security Administration. NBAA is concerned about separating the
agency responsible for aviation security from those charged with ensuring the safe and efficient
operation of the national aviation system. However, the Association is encouraged by the potential
benefits of having a single point of contact within the proposed Homeland Security Department.
For more information about security issues, visit:
www.nbaa.org/ops/security
PRESIDENT INVITES RECONSIDERATION OF ATC PRIVATIZATION
Last week, President Bush opened the door for reconsideration of the ATC privatization concept
by amending Executive Order 13180 – which called for an Air Traffic Performance Based
Organization (PBO) – by removing language that had emphasized air traffic control as
an "inherently governmental function." NBAA previously had supported enactment by
the 104th Congress of the Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century (AIR 21),
which called for a PBO Board with the understanding that ATC would be a government function.
However, NBAA opposes ATC privatization. To view the Executive Order Amendment, visit www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2002/06/20020606-5.html.
For more information about NBAA’s position on this issue, contact NBAA's Pete West at
pwest@nbaa.org or visit:
www.nbaa.org/issues/atc.htm
TSA ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL FEDERAL SECURITY
DIRECTORS
Last week, the TSA announced the selection of Federal Security Directors (FSDs) at Bradley
International Airport (BDL), John Wayne Airport (SNA), Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) and Houston
Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Eventually, FSDs at 425 U.S. airports will be responsible
for the efficient implementation, performance and enhancement of security and screening standards
for airport employees, among other duties. NBAA encourages all Member Companies to establish
working relationships with relevant FSDs as soon as possible to help FSDs become familiar
with business aviation operations at all U.S. airports. To view a current list of FSDs, visit:
www.nbaa.org/member/security/TSA_FSD.htm
TSA'S RICHARDSON TO LEAD SECURITY
PANEL AT CHICAGO-AREA FORUM, JUNE 27
The TSA Federal Security Director for Chicago's O'Hare Airport, Isaac Richardson, is scheduled
to present a briefing on security issues affecting business aviation in the Chicago area at
the NBAA Business Aviation Forum and Static Display at DuPage Airport on June 27. This event
also will include briefings on insurance rates, communicating with senior management and Domestic
RVSM; more than 20 indoor Vendor Stations; and an outdoor Static Display of Aircraft with
more than 20 Exhibitors. For more information or to register, visit:
www.nbaa.org/seminars/baf/baf_2002_06_27.htm
FAA ISSUES DRAFT AC REGARDING SLOT RESERVATIONS
Last week, the FAA issued Draft Advisory Circular (AC) 93-1, Reservations for Unscheduled
Flights at High Density Traffic Airports. The Draft AC provides an overview of the FAA's proposed
overhaul of the slot-reservation process for Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia
Airport (LGA) and Reagan National Airport (DCA) (when reopened to general aviation traffic).
Changes include a move to a 72-hour reservation window and an online slot-reservation system.
NBAA Members are encouraged to review the Draft AC and submit comments to the FAA. For more
information, contact the NBAA Operations Service Group at info@nbaa.org
or (202) 783-9250. Download the Draft AC in PDF format:
www.nbaa.org/airspace/DraftAC93-1.pdf
FAA SOUTHERN REGION ASKS FOR HELP IN ATC
RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
The FAA Southern Region has been conducting a formal program for two years to encourage controllers
to report (for statistical and training purposes only) incorrect altitude readbacks. For more
information, download a letter from Elizabeth L. Ray, air traffic manager, Atlanta ARTCC,
in PDF format.
www.nbaa.org/airspace/ray_radio.pdf
MICHIGAN MEMBERS URGED TO CONTACT REPRESENTATIVES ABOUT HB 4454
NBAA Members in Michigan are urged to contact their State Representatives by Thursday, June
13 and ask them to vote "yes" on concurring to the changes made to HB 4454 last
week by the Senate. This legislation will result in $1 billion for Michigan airports over
the next five years. A complete list of Michigan Representatives may be found at the Governmental
Consultant Services, Inc. (GCSI) web page at http://www.gcsionline.com
. For more information, contact Cindy Schnetzler of the Michigan Business Aviation Association
at (517) 371.2223 or John Balsiger at jbalsiger@nbaa.org.
TEB MEETING RESULTS IN ADDITIONAL CUSTOMS CLEARING
FACILITY
In late May, a meeting was held at Teterboro Airport (TEB) in New Jersey to request an additional
U.S. Customs clearing facility that would help increase safety and reduce perceived noise
and emissions at the airport. As a result of the meeting, an added clearing facility has been
approved at Jet Aviation on the south side of the airport. NBAA will notify Members when it
becomes operational. For more information, contact NBAA's Dean Saucier at dsaucier@nbaa.org
or visit the web at:
www.nbaa.org/airports/TEB
JUNE 18 MEETING TO FOCUS ON PROPOSED SOUTH FLORIDA GROUP
A second meeting will be held to discuss the formation of a South Florida Business Aviation
Association. All interested parties are invited to attend the dinner meeting, which will be
held at 6:00 p.m. on June 18 at the 391st Bomb Squadron Restaurant, 3989 Southern Blvd., West
Palm Beach, FL. For more information about the proposed group or to RSVP, contact NBAA's Harry
Houckes at hhouckes@nbaa.org.
HOUSTON AIRSPACE MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER
Public meetings will be held on August 27, August 29 and September 4 regarding proposed FAA
modifications to Houston Class B airspace. Such modifications are designed to provide the
highest degree of safety while preserving the most efficient use of terminal airspace with
respect to runway expansions at Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and increased traffic
at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). On June 7, a meeting moderated by David Fulton, director of
Texas DOT Aviation Division, was held to gather input from the aviation community on this
topic. For details about the June 7 meeting or future meetings, contact Caroline Carey at
the FAA Houston TRACON at caroline.carey@faa.gov
or NBAA's Paul Smith at psmith@nbaa.org.
AVOID TRAVEL DELAYS THIS WEEK IN MICHIGAN
Avoid travel delays in conjunction with a NASCAR race held in Michigan on Sunday June 16.
Approximately 250 aircraft are scheduled to begin arriving the afternoon of Thursday, June
13, at Lenawee County Airport (ADG), Jackson Airport (JXN) and Ann Arbor Airport (ARB), and
most aircraft will depart those airports immediately following the race on June 16. Plan your
flights accordingly to reduce congestion and delays. For more information, visit the Race
Team Aviation Association web site at http://www.rtaa.org
or contact NBAA's Dean Saucier at dsaucier@nbaa.org.
ATC USER DIALOGUE AND MOST AEROSPACE AMERICA EVENTS CANCELLED
The event organizers of the Aerospace America Aviation Conference and Exposition, originally
scheduled for Oklahoma City on June 13 to 14, have cancelled all events except the air show.
As a result, NBAA has cancelled the Air Traffic Control User Dialogue originally scheduled
for Oklahoma City on June 14 in conjunction with Aerospace America. For more information,
contact NBAA's John Balsiger at jbalsiger@nbaa.org
or NBAA's Bob Lamond at rlamond@nbaa.org.
JUNE 2002 NBAA DISPATCH NEWSLETTER NOW ONLINE
The Association and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee publish NBAA Dispatch to communicate
news and information of interest to business aviation schedulers and dispatchers. The first
web-only version of this newsletter, sponsored by Universal Weather & Aviation, is now
available online at:
www.nbaa.org/dispatch/2002/02
COMPENSATION & BENCHMARK SURVEY PARTICIPANTS
GET FREE ACCESS TO RESULTS
NBAA Member Representatives who participate in the Compensation & Benchmark Survey will
have free access to the survey results, allowing them to compare their operations with other
business aircraft operators. Members who do not participate in the survey will be charged
$50 for online access to survey data, or $100 for a hard copy of the compiled survey data.
To participate, visit:
www.nbaa.org/surveys/benchmark/
