TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Kelly Olivera, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Andrew LaGala, A.A.E., Airport Director
Naynesh Mehta, Airport Commission Chair
DATE: October 28, 2024
RE:
Title
Airport Commission Annual Report
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
All
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Goal IV: Desirable Place to Live, Work and Recreate.
Executive Summary:
City Council asked Airport Commission to present its fiscal year 2024 report outlining current & future projects, passenger activity, and aviation forecast.
Background:
The airport has recently completed phase three of terminal renovations in preparation for airline recruitment. The Federal Aviation Administration and NCDOT recently awarded over $8 million in capital funds to develop an International Arrivals Facility.
In calendar-year 2023 the airport experienced a 1.9% increase in total traffic in comparison to calendar-year 2022.
Issues/Analysis:
The regional pilot shortage continues to affect airline growth around our country. Airport leadership will continue to reevaluate and work with FAA and FAY’s air service development consultant to develop competitive incentive opportunities.
Budget Impact:
N/A
Options:
N/A
Recommended Action:
None
Attachments:
Airport Commission FY24 Report