TagAIP(62)
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2023-11-15Federal Register Policy on Definition of Aeronautical Activities
★ 32The FAA proposed updating its definition of 'aeronautical activity' to include unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), advanced air mobility (AAM), and commercial space launch operations, meaning federally obligated airports must provide non-discriminatory access to these emerging technologies. The policy clarifies that while these new operations qualify for airport access, the FAA retains authority to assess safety risks and set conditions for accommodating them. Recreational UAS, model aircraft, and model rockets are explicitly excluded from the updated definition. -
2012-04-01Grant assurances: Airport sponsors
★ 32This FAA document outlines the grant assurances that airport sponsors must agree to when accepting federal funding for airport development, planning, or noise compatibility programs. Sponsors are required to comply with a wide range of federal laws, regulations, and executive orders — including civil rights, environmental, and labor standards — for the duration of the project's useful life, generally up to 20 years. Key provisions include unlimited-duration obligations related to exclusive rights, airport revenue, and real property acquired with federal funds. -
2000-05-30Passenger facility charges; final rule
★In May 2000, the FAA issued a final rule updating the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program, allowing airports to increase per-passenger fees from a maximum of $3 to up to $4.50, as authorized by the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century (AIR 21). The updated rules set eligibility requirements for projects funded at the higher fee levels, including a requirement that projects at medium and large hub airports make a significant contribution to goals such as reducing aviation noise impacts on nearby communities. Airports seeking the higher PFC levels must also demonstrate that proposed projects cannot be adequately funded through the existing Airport Improvement Program. -
1990-01-08FAA role in use of land at Sea-Tac
★A January 1990 FAA briefing document outlines the agency's role in land use at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, explaining that federal involvement stems from approximately $115 million in federal funds spent on the airport since 1970 for planning, land acquisition, construction, and noise insulation. The FAA supported the concept of a park on airport land, provided the Port of Seattle maintained ownership and control, airport funds were not used for the park, and only compatible uses were allowed. The document also details Sea-Tac's noise mitigation efforts, including over $50 million in federal grants to acquire roughly 750 noise-impacted land parcels and more than $7 million to insulate 323 homes near the airport. -
2026-09-0649 USC 47110j: Allowable Project Costs (Includes Smith NDAA Amendment 8801)
Full text of 49 USC §47110, governing allowable project costs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Covers allowable cost standards including grant agreement compliance, incentive payments for early contractor completion (capped at 5% of initial contract or $1,000,000), noise compatibility programs, letters of intent for primary, reliever, nonhub, and small airports, nonallowable costs (public parking, -
2026-09-06
49 USC 47110: Allowable Project Costs
Full text of 49 USC §47110, governing allowable project costs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Covers allowable cost standards including grant agreement compliance, incentive payments for early contractor completion (capped at 5% of initial contract or $1,000,000), noise compatibility programs, letters of intent for primary, reliever, nonhub, and small airports, nonallowable costs (public parking, -
2026-09-0649 U.S.C. § 47110 Allowable Project Costs
49 U.S.C. § 47110 from Title 49 Transportation, governing allowable project costs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Covers standards for allowable costs including grant agreement compliance, incentive payments for early contractor completion, noise compatibility programs, letters of intent for primary, reliever, nonhub, and non-primary airports, nonallowable costs (public parking, airport buildings, decorative landscaping, sculpture), -
2026-09-0649 USC 47110: Allowable Project Costs
Full text of 49 USC 47110, governing allowable project costs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), as in effect September 6, 2026. Covers allowable cost standards for airport development and airport planning projects including grant agreement compliance, incentive payments for early contractor completion (capped at 5% or $1,000,000), noise compatibility programs under section 47114, letters -
2026-01-30Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending
This document is a federal Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending table listing airport infrastructure grants across numerous U.S. states, covering projects such as runway extensions, terminal upgrades, taxiway reconstruction, and safety improvements. The funding spans dozens of airports and ranges from $150,000 to $12 million per project, requested by various House and Senate members. This document does not contain information specifically related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
2026-01-06Airport noise mitigation program implementation guidelines
This document outlines how airport noise impact programs can be approved and funded under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Once a detailed study confirms substantial community noise impact and a reasonable solution is proposed, costs become eligible for approval. Specific guidelines must then be developed covering property acquisition or sound insulation options, including owner agreements, appraisals, market exposure, noise insulation standards, and relocation proposals.