The Authority breaks ground for various revenue enhancement and property development initiatives to help diversify the Authority’s non-airline revenue streams. These include the following public/partnerships:
In line with its revenue enhancement initiatives, the Authority officially opened its new Integrated Air Cargo Facility through its Public/Private partnership with PacAir Properties. The newly constructed facility consists of over 130,000 square feet of air cargo warehousing with 35,000 square feet dedicated to Mezzanine office spaces.
A new Fiji/Guam route was inaugurated on December 18, 2009, serviced by Continental Micronesia.
Continental Micronesia also resumed its Osaka/Guam service on December 23, 2010.
GIAA public-private partnerships with several firms increased the Airport’s increased the Airport’s assets and contributed to the development air cargo support facilities in the Tiyan Business Park and Industrial Park. The projected third party investment for these projects is $35.5M., consisting of the following:
PacAir Properties Integrated Air Cargo Facility
MSA Logistics Multi-Modal Cargo Facility
CTSI Air Cargo Facility
The total economic contribution of Guam’s Airport per year was computed to be $1.7 billion dollars consisting of $291M direct, $1.1B in indirect and $326M in induced financial activity according to an Economic Contribution Report released in September of 2007 by Jacobs Consultancy, Inc. Airport operations was reported to generate 20,440 jobs, representing a total payroll of $628M.
Triple B Forwarders broke ground at its new facility site on Block 1 in Tiyan in August 2007. Triple B Forwarders investment is estimated at $2.5M for a multi-modal facility measuring 22,000 square feet, and will serve as a critical regional air and freight forwarder hub. This development certainly falls within the initiatives set forth in terms of compatible land uses of Tiyan property, and positions us to play an integral role in the cargo business in the region.
New opportunity to develop cargo and passenger activity occurred in 2006. In December 2006, the US Department of Transportation granted a 2-year term for foreign carriers with DOT authority, with some exception to engage in transportation of cargo through Guam. More recently, US and China concluded discussions on bilateral civil air service. As a result, the People’s Republic of China may designate an unlimited number of airlines to operate the agreed services to Guam and Saipan, effective August 1, 2007.
Japan Airlines celebrated its 35th Anniversary of serving the Guam market. Japan Airlines service helped foster and develop Guam’s primary tourist market, and is a major player in the transport of over 1 million Japanese to Guam annually.
The A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam (GIAA) celebrated its 30th Anniversary as an autonomous agency of Guam. GIAA ushered in a new decade of growth and development, booking over $150M in capital improvement projects, maintaining a strong, positive financial position, and pursuing opportunity with the exemptions to the transport and transfer of cargo by foreign air carriers granted by the US Department of Transportation.
The A. B. Won Pat International Airport’s K-9 unit joined the prestigious Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) National Explosives Detection Canine Team Program through a cooperative partnership with TSA. The TSA-certified canine teams reflect the core values of the Department of Homeland Security – providing first responders with the right tools, technical assistance and funding to protect our nation’s interest, and is a valuable asset to the Airport Safety program, combining excellent mobility with reliable detection rates.
New and improved facilities and more efficient operations added to the quality of service for those doing business at the Airport. DHL Worldwide Express opened its new $1.2M Express Package Facility in the Airport Development Area, symbolizing a continued commitment to a long term presence on Guam. Airline partner, Continental Micronesia, improved its operation at its maintenance hangar, after a $3.5M upgrade and retrofit for efficient and safe operations.
The Authority hosted the 14th Annual Airports Council International – Pacific (ACI-Pacific) Regional Assembly & Conference in May 2004. Over 200 airport and aviation-related executives from 17 countries participated in the conference.
GIAA launched the pilot phase of the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The phase involved approximately 30 homes currently impacted by airport noise measuring over 65 decibels. The Airport received $2M in FAA funding to cover the costs of treating the homes with sound insulation measures.
The Airport welcomed world-renowned artist “Wyland” to Guam in 2004. As part of his international tour, an original mural was painted in the Terminal, making it the 91st piece of art in his Whaling Wall series.
Through the success in the refunding of the $211M 1993 General Revenue Bonds, the Authority was able to take advantage of the low-interest environment and strong demand for triple tax exemption bonds. The refunding of the bonds provided a gross savings of nearly $20M to the Authority over the next twenty years, equal to approximately $14M in savings on a net present value basis at the end of the Fiscal Year. The refunding made it possible for the Airport to decrease per passenger fees assessed to airlines by 29.4%.
GIAA Board of Directors approved signatory status for Korean Air, which represents a long-term commitment by Korean Air to continue dedicated service between Guam and Korea.
A banner year in our recovery, new and increased airline services included a resumption of Korean Airlines Seoul-Guam route, Philippine Airline’s resumption of air service to Manila, Asiana’s addition of a new Pusan-Guam route, All Nippon Airways inaugurated direct flights from Narita to Guam to complement their Osaka-Guam air service, and JAL added two more flights to their six flights a week to Narita.
Aerospace Concepts Inc. Corporate Business Center became a fixed based operator at GIAA facilities; a Flight Kitchen facility was conceptualized, an Express Package Facility was designed and internet kiosks and a cellular phone rental concession became operational.
In September of 2000, title to 1,417 acres of former US Naval properties was officially transferred to the Guam International Airport.
GIAA posted significant increases in arrivals and departures in the year of 2000 as a result of aggressive pursuit of new and increased air services and marketing of Guam in our tourist markets. 2000 arrivals over 1999 increased by 36%, departures increased 37%, cargo increased 5%, aircraft landing and takeoffs increased 11%, and aircraft gross take off weight increased 74%.
The Phillips North American Directory ranked Guam 4th top U.S. Gateway to/from Asia and Australasia in 1999. Significant developments in air service included the following new and increased air services: China Airlines begins charter flights to Taipei, Continental Micronesia added four new Boeing 737-800 aircraft, Japan Airlines service to Nagoya increases to twice daily operations, Northwest Airlines graduated its DC10 fleet to 747 aircraft on flights to Tokyo, and Asiana Airlines celebrated a resumption of service to Seoul, South Korea operating 9 flights a week.
In August of 1998, the second phase of the Terminal Expansion Project was opened for operations.
The year also marked an historical arrival of Air Force One touching down on the Guam International Airport’s tarmac transporting the Honorable President Bill Clinton. In his speech, Clinton stated, “I have logged thousands of miles visiting many, many corners of America, trying to gain a greater understanding every day of the rich diversity of our nation. No president, however, can ever claim to have seen the breadth of America without coming here to our westernmost boundary. I thank you for making me feel so welcome, where America’s day begins.”
GIAA conducted a full scale disaster simulation to fulfill requirements of FAR Part 139 for the first time. This simulation organized an island and agency-wide response to a mass casualty on airport grounds.
The first phase of the terminal expansion project was completed on September 10, 1996. The completed phase featured an expanded terminal space of 550,000 sq. ft. from 220,000 sq. ft., a new larger customs and immigration hall, public parking lot with 710 spaces, new and expanded retail space, an automated baggage system capable of processing 120 bags per minute, and four pairs of moving walkways along the concourse.
GIAA obtained an Airport Operating Certificate from the FAA in preparation for the closure of Naval Air Station. April 1, 1995 marked the first date that Guam’s only commercial airport was fully operated for the first time by civilian air traffic controllers and GIAA Operations Officers, responsibilities that originally belonged to the US Navy.
In Fiscal Year 1994, arrivals and departures totaled 2,149,511 movements.
GIAA joins “Komitea Para Tiyan,” a committee organized to plan for the transition of Naval Air Station from federal to local government control.
In January 1993, the Guam Airport Authority sold $242M in bonds in New York City for the airport expansion project.
In June 1993, NAS Agana, (the joint use airfield for civilian and military operations) was added to the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission’s list for recommended closure.
Governor Ada signed Public Law 21-135 in September 1992 allowing the Guam Airport Authority to sell $300M bonds for the expansion of the air terminal.
The Commuter Terminal became operational in August 1991. Three new loading bridges and parking aprons were added to the terminal at a cost of $6.2M.
Korea was added to the Guam Only Visa Waiver program. Continental Air Micronesia began air services to Seoul and commenced services to Sendai and Sapporo, Japan.
The Guam International Air Terminal Masterplan was updated in February.
Guam passed the million passenger mark with 1,494,148 passengers going through the Guam International Air Terminal (GIAT).
Airport Access Road opened on June 10th.
The Guam International Air Terminal was renamed to the “Antonio B. Won Pat Guam International Air Terminal” in honor of Guam’s first elected Delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives.
GIAT attained $10.1M in revenues with operating costs of $7.7M.
Construction began on the $2M Airport Industrial Park and GAA broke ground for the Airport Access Road project.
Omnibus Territories Act (visa waiver) was passed by the US Congress waiving the visa requirement for travelers from Australia, Brunei, Burma, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Solomon Islands, United Kingdom (including Hong Kong), Vanuatu and Western Samoa.
ANA began regular international air service to Guam in March 1986.
The Board of Directors approved a 5-year capital improvement program consisting of construction of the Airport Access Road, concourse extension project, extension of the departure lounge, apron parking extension and a parallel taxiway.
Continental Air Micronesia introduced service to Hong Kong.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) began charter flights to Guam which led to the inauguration of their international service three years later.
The new $43M Guam International Air Terminal was dedicated on January 19, 1982.
Continental Micronesia added flights to Japan and Northwest began regularly scheduled services to Guam.
An Economic Impact report identified $25,395, 000 as direct dollar impact from airlines operating through Guam International Air Terminal. Of that, approximately $5.87M went to wages, employee benefits and for goods and services purchased locally.
Guam Airport Authority floated a $43M bond to build new terminal facility.
Groundbreaking and site preparation of a new Guam International Air Terminal was held in October 1978 to meet improved passenger services and capacity.
GAA Special Facility Fueling System Revenue Bonds were issued in the amount of $3.25M, and was fully guaranteed by Lockheed Corporation with Wells Fargo Bank. This provided for an unconditional and irrevocable guarantee that Lockheed Corporation would meet all payments due in serving the bond issue.
The Airport Expansion and Improvement Project plan was first drafted identifying key issues for growth and development of airport facilities and services.
Guam Airport Authority (GAA) took over operations of the air terminal from the Department of Commerce in January 1976.
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