North Platte Airport Authority

The meeting included public comments from the FBO, Airline, and other attendees, including updates on jet traffic, airline schedules, and thanks for the new freezer in the restaurant. The board discussed project updates on the Terminal Project construction, adopted a resolution for the FY2025 Boarding Bridge Project, and accepted a bid and awarded a contract for the Taxiway Bravo Rehabilitation project. The Airport Manager provided comments on the Hangar Door project, noting delays due to an engineering assessment.

The meeting included project updates on the Terminal project, with bids slated to be opened in late June to accommodate for grant funding delays. A Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) is being investigated for the terminal project, which would equate to about $60,000 per year to put toward debt service. An application was sent for grant funding for the jet bridge for FY2025. SkyWest revenue paying passenger numbers were discussed. There is potential for the FAA to require 5% local share for EAS communities. TSA has ended the law enforcement support program.

The board meeting included updates on SkyWest Airline enplanements and the Terminal project. There was a discussion about a Floodplain and Levee Assessment, and the board considered proposals to replace the freezer in the restaurant. The board discussed car rental options and decided to place an RFP on AAAE for rental car vendors in the new terminal. The Airport Manager provided comments on the NPAIT account.

The meeting included a report on fuel flowage, with 100LL holding stable but Jet A down due to cold weather. An update was provided on the Terminal Project, including the official $7M grant and the upcoming bid process. SkyWest Airlines reported passenger numbers, with a 17% increase from 2022 to 2023, and discussions continued regarding a schedule change in April. The current officer schedule on the Board was kept as is.

The meeting included the adoption of election results and the swearing in of new board members. Project updates were given, including the additional FAA Airport Terminal Funds awarded. SkyWest Airlines' revenue paying passenger numbers were discussed, and the possibility of United Airlines using the airport as a diversion center was brought up. The CIP data and projected airport projects from FY2024-FY2036 were presented. The replacement of T-hangar doors and a hangar rate review were also discussed. A report was given on ADA compliance for the website. The board reviewed the proposed calendar for FY205 regular Board meetings. Fake job postings on Facebook for the Airport, Airline and Trego/Dugan were brought up.