Yampa Valley Regional Airport – Kevin Booth 5 Min 2

YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA June 1, 2017

Meeting at Steamboat Springs Bob Adams Airport, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Meeting Ground Rules: Meeting Objectives:

 Start on time, end early  Airport & Capital Project Update  Participate fully  Listen to understand  Air Service Update  Honesty required  Committee Reports  Be respectful of each other   Honor diversity of opinions Identify August 2017 Agenda  Use humor Items  One person speaks at a time Total Time: 1 hour, 15 Minutes

Agenda Items:

Time Allotted

I. Organizational Matters: 10 Min 1. Roll Call 2. Approval of the April 13, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes 1. II. Non-Agenda Public Comments 5 Min

III. Comments from Board Members 5 Min

IV. Old Business:

V. New Business:

1. Airport & Capital Project Update: Kevin Booth, YVRA 5 Min 2. Airport & Capital Project Update-Stacie Fain, Bob Adams 5 Min 3. Air Service Update - Kevin Booth/Janet Fischer 5 Min 4. Atlantic Aviation Update - Pat Burke 5 Min

NOTE: All programs, services and activities of Routt County are operated in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a special accommodation as a result of a disability, please call the Commissioners’ Office at (970) 879-0108 to assure that we can meet your needs. Please notify us of your request at least seven business days prior to the scheduled event. Routt County uses the Relay Colorado service. Dial 711 or TDD (970) 870-5444. VI. Reports from YVAC Committees: 1. Community Outreach and Education: Robin Crossan/Walter Magill, 5 Min David Franzel, Stacie Fain and Hayden Town Council rep 2. Marketing and Planning: Janet Fisher/Rob Perlman, Kevin Booth and 5 Min SSCRA representative (Randy Rudasics) 3. Infrastructure and Finance: Doug Monger and Steve Frasier 5 Min

VII. Manager’s Reports - provided via email. No verbal presentation will be made, except to answer questions pertaining to those reports. 1. Yampa Valley Regional Airport – Kevin Booth 5 Min 2. Steamboat Springs Airport – Stacie Fain 5 Min

VIII. Set new date for next YVAC meeting: 5 Min 1. Regularly scheduled meeting on August 10, 2017 at Yampa Valley Regional Airport

IX. Discuss preliminary agenda items for the August meeting 5 Min

X. Adjourn meeting

MINUTES

The regular meeting of the Yampa Valley Airport Commission (YVAC) was called to order at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the Yampa Valley Regional Airport, Hayden, CO

YVAC members present: Doug Monger – Routt County Commissioner Robin Crossan – Steamboat Springs City Council member David Franzel – Resident of Routt County Rob Perlman – Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp Mike Forney – Resident of Routt County – Aviation Steve Frasier – Resident of Routt County Randy Rudasics – Steamboat Chamber Resorts Dallas Robinson – Representing the Town of Hayden

YVAC members absent: John Ponikvar – City of Craig

Others present: Kevin Booth –YVRA Tracey Rogalski – GoAlpine Janet Fischer – Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp

I. ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS

1. Introductions YVAC members, Kevin and Tracey introduced themselves. New members Randy and Dallas reviewed their backgrounds and the reasons for their interest in the YVAC. Mike announced that this would be his last meeting, as he is moving to Ft. Collins.

2. Approval of Minutes – February 9, 2017 Mike moved to approve the minutes of the February 9, 2017 regular YVAC meeting as written. David seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

II. PUBLIC COMMENT There was no public comment.

III. COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS David reported that his experiences flying in and out of YVRA this winter had been very positive. Steve said he had heard the same from his guests. Kevin stated that he would like to review the statistics on the commuter flights to Denver and publicize the improvements that have been made since SkyWest took over for Republic.

IV. OLD BUSINESS

1 V. NEW BUSINESS

1. Election of YVAC officers MOTION David moved to elect Steve as the Chair of YVAC for the coming year. Randy seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

MOTION Steve moved to elect David as Vice-chair of YVAC for the coming year. Doug seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously

2. Capital Projects Update – YVRA For the new members of the Commission, Kevin briefly reviewed the federal funding model and project numbering system for airports. He stated that the ALP, which had been stalled at the FAA, had been approved. He reported that YVRA can now close out AIP 41 (2015) and make the final payment to the engineers. Kevin reviewed the beacon and snow removal equipment that were purchased through AIP 42. He said that the snow removal equipment is scheduled for delivery this spring.

Kevin stated that in 2017 YVRA would be installing Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) LED lighting for runway 28 and constructing a 50,000 square-foot heated Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) storage facility in lieu of remodeling the AARF/SRE building. He said that the old administration building would be de-commissioned and the ramp expansion project scheduled for 2018 would be designed.

Kevin reviewed the plan to reconfigure the parking access road to have two entrance lanes and a single exit lane. He stated that lighting in the terminal and in the parking lot had been converted to LED. He said that the entire facility would be converted by the end of the summer. Kevin reported that following a rather rocky start that required a parking attendant to be on duty all season, the new parking system is steadily improving.

In response to a question from Janet, Kevin confirmed that the apron expansion project would be designed in 2017 for construction in 2018. He added that the new Atlantic Aviation facility is scheduled for construction in 2019.

Kevin reported that all issues with the water tank project had been resolved and that the project is being closed out. He reviewed that the new tank provides redundancy for the Hayden water supply and ensures sufficient water for fighting fires at YVRA. Dallas added that the tank also allows for a circulating system that has improved the water quality at YVRA.

Kevin stated that the FAA technician currently working out of the old administration building will be relocated, probably to Craig. He said that FAA would also be removing the automated weather observation system and upgrading it to a system that will allow access to the National Weather Service. He said that the terminal area forecast will be reinstated, which should improve operations.

Regarding the automated tower, Kevin said that the first test site would be in Ft. Collins, and that further expansion of the NextGen project had been postponed.

2 Steve asked about the impact of the winter traffic on the budget. Kevin stated that YVRA did not meet projections for the season, so there will be a variance from the budget. He said that the enplanements were down by about 4,000 (3% - 4%). He added that the elimination of the summer Dallas flight would also result in a shortfall of about 4,000 enplanements compared to forecast. Kevin emphasized that enplanements are very hard to predict. Janet offered that the changes to the Denver schedule were a significant factor.

In response to a question from Doug, Kevin said that there is little chance of an increase to the PFC. He added that financing for airports is totally up in the air at this point.

Kevin reported that he had attended the NW Region Conference in Seattle in March, at which there was a major discussion of the push by the airlines to privatize the air traffic control system. He said that this change would benefit the airlines and suggested that the impetus for the change is, at least in part, the glacial pace at which the FAA is moving forward on the NextGen system.

3. Capital Projects Update – SBS In Stacie’s absence, this report was deferred to the June meeting. Kevin stated that Stacie would be presenting the hangar proposal to City Council on May 2nd.

4. Air Service Update Rob reviewed the announcement that the Steamboat ski area would be purchased by a joint venture that includes the Aspen Skiing Company, the Crown family and KSL Capital. The deal is scheduled to close in approximately 90 days. He reviewed the portfolio of resorts to be owned by the group, and stated that the new owners have resources to invest. Rob stated that the new owners have a good understanding of the unique Steamboat brand, as well as of the air service program. He said that operational relationships between the resorts in the group could not be discussed until the purchase is complete.

Janet reviewed that the air service program uses slightly different metrics than used by YVRA and the FAA. She stated that for the season that just ended the estimated total number of available seats was down by approximately 2.5%, and the total number of passenger arrivals was down by approximately 2%. She said that the reduction could be attributed primarily to the Denver (non-contracted) flights. Jane said that it was a good year, overall, and that the flight guarantee program would be paying an amount well under the cap.

Janet stated that all twelve non-stop cities would be served again next year, and noted that many of these flights have already been loaded, which is the earliest ever for this to occur. She said that the regular Denver service for next season would be increased to three flights per day, with four flights during peak holidays. Janet said that the meetings with the airline partners have been going very well, and that she is continuing to look for new opportunities and potential additions to the schedule.

In response to a question from Steve, Janet said the west coast traffic had been strong, and that the primary international markets are Australia and New Zealand.

5. Atlantic Aviation Update

3 Kevin stated that Atlantic’s numbers were flat for the season. He stated that the total landing fees for GA were up, however, indicating that bigger planes are coming in.

In response to a question from Mike, Kevin reviewed the difference between arrivals and enplanements (arriving vs. departing passengers). He stated that the FAA uses enplanements to calculate the thresholds that determine entitlement funding for airports. Enplanements and arrivals only count one direction. Mike noted that when discussing airport operations, however, both directions are counted.

6. GoAlpine Tracey reported that GoAlpine had transported 55,368 people to and from YVRA since November 23rd.

VI. REPORTS FROM YVAC COMMITTEES

1. Community Outreach and Education Mike reviewed the targeted outcome for the Committee. He said that the Committee had prepared a draft presentation template to be modified to suit the audience.

Mike presented the slides that had been developed for the presentation, noting that the information contained in the slides will be supplemented and vetted for accuracy. The presentation included a discussion of each of the airports and the services they provide, a review of the airports’ management and staff, the importance of the airports to the community and the economy, and a review of the commercial air service program. The presentation will also include a discussion of why it is important to maintain both YVRA and SBS, as well as a review of the opportunities and challenges at each facility. Before moving to the question and answer session, the presentation will end with an overview of YVAC and some comments about the future of aviation. Mike offered that the presentation should be made by YVAC members in many cases, with Kevin and/or Stacie available.

Doug commended the presentation, and suggested that it should discuss all of the people at SBS and YVRA – including the vendors, the airline personnel, the TSA staff, etc. Mike suggested that pictures of the FBO and terminal, as well as Atlantic Aviation should be included. Doug added that the issue of the airports’ self-sustainability should be addressed. Randy offered that the easy access to Steamboat that the airports provide to wealthy second homeowners and location neutral businesses could also be included.

Janet offered to help with flushing out the statistics, as well as the bullet points on the opportunities and challenges. She suggested that the need to contract for flights should be discussed, as many people do not understand that the direct flights would not exist without the air service program. Tracey stated that the number of people employed by the peripheral businesses should also be mentioned. Doug agreed, and stated that the presentation should also include Moffatt County and the Town of Hayden.

Robin stated that the presentation is intended to be the beginning of the conversation, and could be adjusted for length and focus to target specific groups. Mike agreed that the presentation should be a high-level overview and not dwell in the details. Rob stated that the nature of the presentation should be acknowledged at the outset. Steve stated that the

4 purpose is to make people supporters of the airports, and this goal should be stated upfront.

2. Marketing and Planning No report

3. Infrastructure and Finance No report

VII. MANAGERS’ REPORTS – provided via email

1. Steamboat Springs Airport Deferred to next meeting.

2. Yampa Valley Regional Airport Doug asked if the SRE building had gone out to bid. Kevin said that it had not. He said that the scope of work had been defined, but the engineering estimates had not yet been completed. He noted that the primary FAA engineer at YVRA had been re-assigned and a new engineer is transitioning into the position. He estimated that the construction should take about 45 days.

VIII. SET DATE FOR NEXT MEETING

The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on June 1st at Centennial Hall.

Doug said that he would arrange for the vacancy on YVAC left by Mike to be advertised. The position is to be filled by a representative of the aviation community.

Kevin reported that John Ponikvar, who has been elected the new mayor of Craig, would continue to serve on YVAC.

IX. PRELIMINARY AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE JUNE 2017 YVAC MEETING

X. ADJOURN MEETING

The YVAC meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Minutes Approved: ______, 2017

By: ______Doug Monger, Chairman Yampa Valley Airport Commission

5 June 1, 2017 Volume 5, Issue 3

YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT UPDATE 1 June 2017

2017 PURCHASES, ENGINEERING & Demolish CONSTRUCTION:

Airport Layout Plan (ALP) and Master Plan approved and adopted by FAA and Routt County respectively.

AIP-42 funded snow removal equipment (SRE) for approx. $1.2M. M-B Companies delivered new broom and blower 25 Apr 17. Broom was successfully ops tested during 18 May 17 snow removal operations

AIP-43 projects include SRE storage bldg. (5,000 sf), new Rwy 28 PAPI lights (LED), decommissioning of the Old Admin Bldg and design of expanded commercial air- New M-B Broom Delivered 25 Apr 17 craft apron (0ne additional Cat IV/767 ca- pable aircraft parking spot; 71,100 sf); pre- bid meeting held at YVRA 12 Apr 17 with bid-opening at YVRA scheduled for 1 Jun 17. 120-day construction period expected.

FAA MALSF (RWY 10 approach lights) power source replacement scheduled to start 19 Jun 17. AWOS system replacement still expected this summer; FAA engineers on-site 29 May 17 for final planning. YVRA has coordinated with NOAA/NWS to rein- state a Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) in conjunction with upgraded AWOS. YVRA working specs for UPS system for new AWOS and back-up power source for Unicom control position

1 New M-B Blower Delivered 25 Apr 17 OPS AND ADMIN UPDATE:

From 4 Apr through 30 Jun there is a single commuter flight each day between HDN and DIA. 1 Jul through 15 Aug a daily 50-seat Houston flight is added. 1 Jul through 21 Nov a second daily HDN-DIA flight is added. More details can be found on the YVRA flight schedules attached at pgs. 5 and 6.

New paid parking lot system update: ParkingSoft (our vendor) technician returned 25-27 Apr to work punch- list items; primary issues were ticket jamming and De-ice Operations 18 May 17 machine programming. Remaining system issues still being worked include voice messages and user instruc- tional decals.

YVRA contracts with rental cars and gift shop are ex- piring in 2017; Admin working renewal/RFP process. SkyWest ground handler contract with United also in bid process; contract announcement due in Jun. New ground handler may mandate ground handler change for Delta and Alaska.

YVRA hiring two replacement personnel due to transi- tion to FAA and retirement; one airside maintenance and one janitorial position.

Expect to publish new Minimum Standards and Rules New M-B Broom Ops Check 18 May 17 and Regulations documents NLT Oct 2017.

YVRA summer construction projects:

 Widen the main entrance to create a one-way, three lane airport main entrance and optimize flow to parking lots and terminal

 Modify east end of rental ready lot to create an east exit and facilitate one-way flow through ready lot

 Complete post and rail replacement of remaining parking lot post and chain barriers

 Replace existing commercial apron lighting with LED lighting; parking lots completed Apr 17

 Reconfigurations/re-open secure area Gate 1 and 4 to expand seating capacity and ease congestion

Main Entry Widening Summer 2017 Seneca Hill Water Tank Project closeout between Routt County and the Town of Hayden was completed 26 May 17.

2 April Operations Comparison 2017 vs. 2016

Apr 2017 Apr 2016 Change Up/Down

All Aircraft Up/Down 470 458 +12 Operations Operations

Air Carrier Up/Down 98 104 -6 Operations Operations

Up/Down Cargo Operations 123 127 -4 Operations

General Aviation Up/Down 249 224 +25 Operations Operations

Military Up/Down 0 3 -3 Operations Operations

Passengers Up/Down 4,883 5,325 -442 Operations (from load sheets)

GA Landing Weight Up/Down $7,975 $7,294 +$681 Fees (100%) Operations

3 May Operations Comparison 2017 vs. 2016

May 2017 May 2016 Change Up/Down

All Aircraft Up/Down NA 564 NA Operations Operations

Air Carrier Up/Down NA 66 NA Operations Operations

Up/Down Cargo Operations NA 125 NA Operations

General Aviation Up/Down NA 363 NA Operations Operations

Military Up/Down NA 10 NA Operations Operations

Passengers Up/Down NA 3,133 NA Operations (from load sheets)

GA Landing Weight Up/Down NA $10,784 NA Fees (100%) Operations

NA=not available (at time of publication)

Spring, Summer and Fall 2017 included at page 5

Winter 2018/18 included at page 6

Kevin Booth Airport Director Yampa Valley Regional Airport 11005 RCR 51A (P.O. Box 1060) Hayden, Colorado 81639 Phone 970-276-5001 Fax 970-276-5030 [email protected]

Tinneal Gerber Assistant Airport Director/Business Manager Phone 970 276-5021 [email protected]

YVRA Website: www.yampavalleyregionalairport.com YVRA Facebook: Yampa Valley Regional Airport-HDN YVRA Twitter: YVRA-HDN@HDNCo

Steamboat Springs Airport Manager’s Report June 1, 2017

Operations

 Flight operations recorded 422 operations in April. This compares to 212 operations in April, 2016 with no data for the week of April 22, 2016.  1946 gals of 100LL were pumped and 3055 gals of Jet A were pumped for a total of 5001 gallons of fuel sold in April. This compares to 2551 gals of 100LL and 3495 of Jet A for a total of 6046 gals of fuel sold in April, 2016.  Operations and fuel reports for May are not yet available and will be included in the next report.  Rural Partners in Medicine’s Cessna 414 is based at KSBS again. http://ruralpartnersinmedicine.com/  Three new aircraft are now based at KSBS; one Cessna 182 and two Beech Bonanzas. The total aircraft based at KSBS is 61.  Airport hired an additional Line Technician to work on an on call basis.  Airport staff assisted Denver Air Traffic Control Center in locating an aircraft that was overdue.  Airport hosted Bold Method, aviation training business, for four days of filming at the airport (see photo below).  Airport is supporting a great deal of pilot training this spring (see photo below). A family (mother, daughter and son-in-law) that has been taking flying lessons all completed their solo flights and are working towards their Private Pilot’s licenses. DPE, Joe Burkinbine, has also conducted several pilot checkrides.

Events

 Airport Manager provided a two presentations to City Council on May 2nd for plans to build or purchase a Transient Hangar and installation of a 100LL Self-serve fuel pump. The Transient Hangar was not approved. The Self-serve pump was approved to be added to the City’s 2018 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).  Airport Manager attended an initial Planning Meeting for the residential development of 139 acres southwest of the airport. The development will include an Air Park and the Airport Manager will be responsible for the FAA “Through the Fence” application. She will meet with the FAA and CDOT regarding the project on Jun 8th.  Airport Manager met with City Manager and updated summer fee structure.  Airport Manager attended several Yampa Valley Airport Commission (YVAC) sub- committee meeting on Public Outreach. The sub-committee is creating a presentation to promote HDN and SBS airports in the community.  The airport sent out marketing material to 80 airports in state of CO. The packets included a Steamboat Springs Visitor Guide and an invitation to our Pancake Breakfasts this summer (3rd Sunday of the month 8-11am June-Oct).  Airport Manager and Communications Manager provided a press release for drone operations near the Airport. A follow up news article appeared in the Steamboat Pilot.  Airport Manager met with the new Steamboat Springs Chamber Economic Development Director and attended the Chamber Board Meeting.  Airport Manager was inducted into the Steamboat Rotary.  The Airport Manager attended City 101 training in April and May. She provided a presentation and hosted the class for lunch at the airport during the Public Works session. The last class and graduation will commence on May 31st.  Airport Manager provided tour of the airport to new City Council member Lisel Petis.  Airport Manager traveled to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL to complete her Qualifying Exam for her Ph.D. in Aviation program. She passed the exam and is now a Ph.D. Candidate, eligible to complete her dissertation project.  KSBS continues to support U.S. Air Force Civil Air Patrol (CAP) weekly meetings on Tuesday’s (see photos below).

Training  Airport Manager continued to conduct Staff Meetings on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Airport Manager continued with safety training during these meetings and the implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) at the Airport. She also reviewed best customer service practices from Ed Eppley, Principle Consultant at The Table Group at the most recent meeting.

Airport Manager Initiatives  Airport Manager received approval from Planning Department to develop 3-5 camping sites for airport use. The sites will be similar to those at West Yellowstone Airport. They will have a picnic table, fire ring, and tent area and will be located at the south end of the airport. They will only be used by pilots and passengers that fly into the airport. The Steamboat “Fly N Camp” will be the first designated airport campground in the State of Colorado. On June 6th, City Council will discuss amending the ordinance needed to open the campground.  Airport Manager continued to hold monthly meetings with the Chamber for the Wild West Air Fest. The Air Show will only be conducted on Saturday, September 2nd this year. The Airport will hold pilot seminars and a pilot BBQ for those flying in on Friday. A list of taskers was developed for the Airport staff and Chamber. Next meeting will be held on Jun 12th.  The Airport Manager led a meeting with Engineering and the developers of the ADG Hangars to resolve the area of concern around the drain. A design plan will be created and the problem should be resolved by the end of the summer.  Airport Manager hosted a kickoff meeting for the project team for the purchase of a FBO software package.  Airport Manager is working with Master’s in Journalism student, Janne Siegal, and Director of Communications, Mike Lane, to tell the Airport story. Janne has published one story that will appear on the City Airport website and is working on a couple of others.  Airport Manager will host a meeting on May 30th with the Director of Fleet Operations and other staff to incorporate all airport vehicles into a maintenance program.  Airport Manager is working with Legal to implement a service fee (10%) for rental car companies, taxis, shuttles, and UBER operating on the Airport.  Airport Manager and City will release RFPs for engineering, planning, and Master Plan consultants this summer. They will include the runway rehabilitation that will be completed in 2021-2022 and the Master Plan that will be completed in 2018.  Airport Manager continues to work on revising the Airport Standards Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), to include the Airport Emergency Plan. Approval will be sought from City Council once documents are completed.

General Information  NSTR.

AIRPORTS IN ROUTT COUNTY

Critical resources! Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) • Routt County owned and operated; self-funded enterprise • Brings in 65% - 70% of our Winter destination visitors • 220,000 passenger arrivals & departures - 2016 • Total Annual Economic Contribution to area - $203M • Open 24/7 365 days a year; provides 488 ski season jobs • 7th busiest CO airport; 10,000’ runway, 1 of 3 on Western Slope; accommodates up to Boeing 767 widebody aircraft 12 Nonstop Winter Cities via 4 major carriers! 350 Worldwide connections! Steamboat Springs Airport (SBS) • General aviation airport • City-owned • 161 medical evacuations in 2016 • Disaster support • 7,268 operations in 2016 • 58 aircraft based on field • 3 businesses on field • $5.9M economic impact • 60 jobs related to SBS • Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)

PROFESSIONAL AIRPORT MANAGEMENT

Yampa Valley Regional Airport Steamboat Springs Airport (HDN) (Bob Adams) Kevin Booth Stacie Fain • USAF Colonel (Ret) • U.S. Coast Guard Reserve Captain • Pilot (4,000 hours) (Select) assigned to Pentagon • Bachelor’s - Mechanical Engineering • Pilot (2,300 hours) • Master’s - Aeronautical Science and • Master’s - Aeronautical Science Strategic Studies • Pursuing Ph.D. in Aviation • Airfield Construction & Management • FAA Commercial Pilot/Certified Israel, Germany, Alaska Flight Instructor • Senior Military Advisor - US Embassy Indonesia

Steamboat Springs Airport Team

Yampa Valley Regional Airport Team OUR AIRPORTS ARE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF A VIBRANT COMMUNITY

• Supports local and regional economy and draws visitors from around the world: • A Winter visitor arriving at HDN spends $1,345/trip • $14 Million in annual sales tax revenue attributed to airports • $28 Million in Federal and State grants in past ten (10) years

• Local economic impact*: $203 MILLION ANNUALLY • Attracts real estate investment (Residential and Commercial) • Commercial and General Aviation visitors create jobs on and off the airports: • 2,246 jobs with $75 Million in payroll

* Reference 2013 CDOT Economic Impact Statement (Multiplier Effect not used); next CDOT EIS due in 2018

“Air service is the lifeline for a vibrant resort community!” COMMERCIAL AIR PROGRAM

(Provides minimum revenue guarantees to support and enhance airline service for visitors and residents)

• Over 31 years of Winter nonstop jet service • Unique Public/Private collaboration: • Ski & Resort Corporation • Local Marketing District (LMD) • Routt County • City of Steamboat Springs • Lodging Companies • Chamber Resort Association • 14% increase in airline seat capacity since 2014 • 87% of visitors consider direct flight to HDN extremely or very important; 65% - 70% of Winter destination visitors use HDN • Increased from 7 to 12 nonstop Winter destinations since 2012 • Daily Summer nonstop service to Denver and Houston WHY TWO AIRPORTS?

• Yampa Valley Regional Airport provides: • Safe and efficient all-weather operations for commercial and general aviation aircraft via 10,000 runway, precision instrument approaches and less challenging terrain • Full service Fixed Base Operator (FBO), and space and infrastructure for future aviation related business development • Steamboat Springs Airport provides: • Emergency services operations • Safe and efficient operations for General Aviation and military operations • Full service Fixed Base Operator (FBO) for Jet A and 100LL fueling, hangars, tie down spaces

YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT (HDN) Opportunities • Increased revenues: • Additional commercial and general aviation activity • On-site business development • Terminal advertising • Facilities rentals • Expanded ground services • Atlantic Aviation FBO expansion • Expanded charter services Challenges: • Expanded air freight service • Federal/State funding constraints and • On- & Off-airport land development changes • Airline industry changes • Local and national changes to economic conditions • Land acquisition and availability • Limited workforce to support significant airport business expansion • Summer and year-round service STEAMBOAT SPRINGS AIRPORT

Opportunities • Increased revenues • Fuel sales • Hangar rentals • Tie down spaces • On-field businesses • Attract more visiting aircraft • Increased flight training Challenges • Increased Military and EMS • Hangar and ramp space support • Runway length • Potential capacity • No self-serve fuel pumps

• Competition for city funds • Lack of infrastructure investment • Community awareness

YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION

Mission: Maximize revenue and customer service at the Yampa Valley Regional Airport and Steamboat Springs Airport while ensuring safety and value to the community.

Membership – 9 Seats

1. Steamboat Springs City Council Member 2. Routt County Commissioner 3. Moffat County Representative 4. Town of Hayden Representative 5. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation Representative 6. Routt County Resident – At Large Representative 7. Routt County Resident – Business Community Representative nominated by SS Chamber 8. Routt County Resident - Aviation Community Representative 9. Routt County Resident - Aviation community Representative

YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION

2017 Objectives and Targeted Outcomes

• Community Outreach and Education: • Community and visitor surveys • Public presentations and forums • City and County government briefings

• Marketing and Planning: • Support Local Marketing District direct flight program • Evaluate additional year-round air carrier • Support target market initiatives

• Infrastructure and Finance: • Provide oversight and direction of airport finances • Approve and adopt balanced annual budget • Support Master Plan Capital Replacement Plan FUTURE OF AVIATION

General Aviation • Growth in business jet segment • Expanded shared-ride programs • Limited small-GA growth • Challenge to attract new GA pilots Embraer 175 • Larger vs. smaller aircraft

Commercial Service • Smaller vs. larger aircraft • Expanded direct flight cities • Aging aircraft fleets • New airlines servicing HDN Cirrus Vision Jet • Pilot shortage

Questions?