A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam

The combination of an unforeseen breakdown of one chiller unit with high volume of passengers at the terminal facility during peak travel through the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority results in warmer air conditions at certain areas of the airport. Particularly affected are key processing points such as the TSA Pre-Screening Lobby and the US Customs and Border Protection (Immigrations) Hall, as well as retail boutiques and the food court.

As the airport progresses towards implementing its Energy Performance Management Contract (approved in November 2011) that includes an overhaul of the airport’s air conditioning system, these inconveniences will soon be remedied. This project includes the installation of energy efficient air conditioning systems and lighting systems, and a maintenance and management program for the new systems.

“In response to the need to provide immediate relief, the Airport recently installed four each 5 tons package units to service the TSA Passenger Screening Lobby. Two additional 10 ton units are currently being installed in proximity to the boutiques and food court area” stated Mary C. Torres, Executive Manager.

The airport has also fast tracked the procurement of 3 new air handling units that will supply conditioned air to the passenger gates, airline lounges and other areas of the 2nd floor of the Main Terminal. Manufacture and delivery of the units is anticipated in March 2012 with installation and operation to occur by May 2012,” stated Torres. “Furthermore, we will successfully negotiation the $11million loan in the coming weeks to enable the airport full realization of this progressive modernization and energy efficient project,” added Torres.

The airport wishes to thank all tenants, passengers and visitors to the Terminal for your patience as you endured the inconvenience of warmer conditions at the Airport. We are working to resolve these inconveniences as soon as possible. Thank you.