Rocky Mountain Aviation Safety Roundtable presents...

IBAC IS-BAO Introductory Event

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Who, What, Why, When, and How to Implement IS-BAO and SMS

Who is affected?
What is IBAC, IS-BAO, and SMS?
What are the ICAO and State/ FAA regulatory requirements?
Why should you implement IS-BAO and SMS?
How do you get started?
How long does it take?
When do you need to do this?

These and other questions will be answered in a presentation by Kathy Perfetti, the IS-BAO Standards Manager, at this Free Event by the Rocky Mountain Aviation Safety Roundtable.

IBAC IS-BAO, Guest Speaker, and RMASRT Information

IBAC represents the interests of business, corporate and on-demand operators through its 15 member Associations(NBAA is the largest member).

The IS-BAO program is an industry code of best practices that contains a Safety Management System. It fosters standardized, safe, and highly professional aircraft operations worldwide.

Kathy Perfetti joined the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) as the Standards Manager in January 2007 where she manages the IS-BAO safety program.

Kathy came to IBAC after retiring from 33 years of federal government service-29 of which were with the Federal Aviation Administration in the field and headquarters representing both general aviation and air carrier operations. In the Kansas City and St. Louis field offices she served as an operations inspector and POI for part 135 and 121 operators, pilot schools, corporate operators and other aviation activities. In the Washington DC headquarters she held numerous staff and management positions and led major rulemaking and implementation initiatives including:

• The commuter rule which brought the commuter airlines under the part 121 air carrier rules
• Single engine IFR rules for part 135 operators
• Ground deicing international standards and guidance
• Fractional ownership rule and implementation
• The part 135/125 Aviation Rulemaking Committee (to rewrite parts 125 and 135)

Kathy holds an Airline Transport Pilot certificate with several type ratings. She is a recipient of NBAA's Silk Scarf Award, a two time recipient of Business and Commercial Aviation's Visionary Award, and other government and industry awards. She is an honors graduate of Michigan State University. She currently lives in Fredericksburg, VA.

RMASRT

The Rocky Mountain Aviation Safety Roundtable (RMASRT) was created in 2008 in order to provide a confidential arena to share and learn what other Operators are doing concerning Safety and Security issues such as SMS, IS-BAO, Medical and Human Factors, Flight Operations, U.S. and International regulatory changes, and more. Members are primarily corporate, Part 91 jet Operators who own or operate registered aircraft in the Rocky Mountain region. Meetings occur 3 times per year on the 3rd Tuesday of the designated month. Please contact us for more details.

Event Details & Logistics

Kathy will be giving a modified presentation of the IBAC IS-BAO Workshop.
Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2010.
Time: 0900 - 1400 (lunch on-site, included; hosted by Level(3)).
Location: Level(3) Hangar, KBJC.

Hangar address is: 9666 Metro Airport Ave./ Broomfield, CO 80021/ Hangar# 39. Level(3) Office, Cheryl: 720-888-4032, or Malachi O'Neill, Mountain Aviation: 720-314-0595 for progressive directions.

Limited Space. RSVP REQUIRED.

First 30 confirmed requests will be given slot reservations.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, January 12, 2010, to:

Jennie Ator, Membership, RMASRT: 303-912-3171 jennie.j.ator@xcelenergy.com
or
Malachi O'Neill, Secretary, RMASRT: 720.314.0595 moneill@mountainaviation.com

We look forward to hearing from you, seeing you there, and adding you to our growing list of involved Flight Departments. Thank you for your participation. -- Malachi O'Neill, on behalf of the entire RMASRT.

Santa Claus is flying into Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport on Friday, December 4th at 6:00 pm. Come enjoy treats, seasonal music and holiday movies, while waiting to share your wish list with Santa. This event is open to the public. Admittance and parking are free, but expect a line to see the big guy. Mr. Claus will arrive via helicopter, provided by Rotors of the Rockies. All festivities will take place in the Terminal Building located at 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield, CO 80021. Please call airport administration at 303-271-4850 for more information. We hope to see you there!

A brief on activities at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport

Airfield Maintenance – 10 Minute PPR on 11L/29R

Starting at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, October 7th, for approximately 2 hours there will be a 10 min PPR (prior permission request to common traffic advisory frequency 118.6) on Runway 11L/29R in order to complete airfield paint removal.

As always, check NOTAM’s for any current information. Please contact Airport Operations with any questions at 720-352-0395.

Monday, October 19, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Mt. Evans Room - Terminal Building

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has made the reduction of Runway Incursions and Surface Incident one of its top priorities. As part of this program, BJC ATCT, in conjunction with airport authorities, is conducting a Local Runway Safety Action (LRSAT) meeting. The purpose of this LRSAT meeting is to gather the individuals who are actively engage in airside movements of aircraft and vehicles and have an open discussion on how to improve runway safety. The operation of the airport will be discussed as an overall system with input from the control tower, airport management, airport tenants and other customers. Past runway incursions and surface incidents will also be reviewed. As a result of the meeting, an Action Plan will be developed and implemented to improve operations at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Air Traffic Control Tower
11725 Airport Way
Broomfield, CO 80021

ISSUED: September 4, 2009
EFFECTIVE: September 4, 2009

ROCKY MOUNTAIN METROPOLITAN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER(BJC) LETTER TO AIRMAN No. 09-1

SUBJECT: Aircraft Movement Area Not Visible From the Tower

CANCELLATION: September 4, 2011

This Letter to Airmen is to notify all pilots of aircraft at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport to use caution, the following area is not visible from the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Air Traffic Control Tower: Alpha 17 run up area.

Liz Meyer
Air Traffic Manager

A brief on activities at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport

Runway 11R/29L Closure

Starting at 9:00 am on Thursday, October 1st, Runway 11R/29L will be closed for the duration of the day in order to complete airfield maintenance.

As always, check NOTAM’s for any current information. This closure is weather pending. Please contact Airport Operations with any questions at 720-352-0395.

A brief on activities at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport

Runway Closures due to Mowing Operations

Starting at 10:00 pm through 6:00 am on Sunday, September 27th, Runway 11L/29R will be closed in order to complete mowing operations. Please use caution for personnel and equipment operating adjacent to Taxiway Alpha during this time.

Starting at 10:00 pm through 6:00 am on Monday, September 28th, runway 11R/29L will be closed in order to complete mowing operations. Please use caution for personnel and equipment operating adjacent to Taxiway Delta during this time.

As always, check NOTAM’s for any current information during these times. These closures are weather pending. Please contact Jeff Dewey with any questions at 303-271-4850.

5:30pm to 7:30pm
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Mt. Evans Room at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport

Interested citizens are invited to a meeting concerning the update of Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport’s Master Plan. The meeting will be held Thursday, October 8th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Mt. Evans Meeting Room at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield, Colorado.

The primary topic of discussion will be the Airport’s long-term development recommendations. The public will have the opportunity to view the alternatives, ask questions, and provide input.

The 9/17/09 issue of the USA Today story and a companion news segment on NBC’s Today Show video, represented an extremely slanted view of Airport/Aviation business operations in the United States. Communities all over the U.S. have the world’s safest and most efficient network of over 5200 General Aviation Airport’s. In Colorado alone, there are 60 General Aviation Airport’s. The article and subsequent news report ignored the fact that this side of general aviation remains a critical part of the national air transportation system. Both stories presented skewed views toward major airlines and expressed opinion that improvement dollars should only be applied toward airports that provide only scheduled passenger service. This seems incredibly short sided and ill-informed.

The parent company of USA Today and NBC News operate General Aviation (GA) aircraft. Why? Because aircraft are a critical tool for business transportation needs, saving time and money. At any given moment, news agencies may need transportation to a GA Airport near a large city following a natural disaster or they may need access to a small rural community for a news story and the closest airport with passenger service has limited accessibility that does not meet the urgency of the news story. New Orleans International Airport was closed to airline service for two weeks following Hurricane Katrina. How many big media outlets utilized one of several nearby Louisiana general aviation airports for this significant event?

General Aviation is Business, and serves as the economic engine for the community, large or small. Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (Metro Airport) has an economic annual impact of over $363 million with employment of over 3700 jobs. The FAA has invested $56 million in capital improvements over the past 28 years at Metro Airport – a rather smart investment! Those capital funds invested into this airport were generated not just from taxes paid by passengers for airlines tickets, but also from every gallon of fuel purchased for aviation.

The USA Today article also failed to mention that every tax dollar spent on an airline ticket also goes towards other critical aviation services, such as air traffic control, navigation and safety inspection. General Aviation capital improvements are paid for with the help of federal funds that are generated from aviation. The local airport sponsor also makes a significant investment not only through matching funds, but also the commitment to operate the airport as independently as possible, as a business for minimum of 20 years, meeting federal assurances to protect the FAA, the airport sponsor and their stakeholders. Maybe USA Today and NBC News will keep that in mind the next time a major airline files Chapter 11 or goes to Washington D.C. to lobby for government bailouts and taxpayer subsidies.

Kenneth Maenpa, Airport Manager, Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Jefferson County, Colorado.

A brief on activities at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport

Friday, August 21st - Change in Airport Closures for RMRFI & Air Show

Starting at 2:00 pm through 4:00 pm on Friday, August 21st, the airport will now be closed due to logistical changes with the Air Show. There will no longer be intermittent closures between 12:00 noon and 6:00 pm. All other closures remain the same.

As always, check NOTAM’s for any current information. Please contact Airport Operations with any questions at 720-352-0395.

A brief on activities at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport

Airport Closures for Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In & Air Show

Starting at 12:00 noon through 6:00 pm on Friday, August 21st, there will be intermittent airport closures, not to exceed 15 minutes, for air show practice. Please feel free to contact ground on frequency 121.7 prior to starting engines to check airport availability.

Starting at 1:00 pm through 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23rd, the airport will be closed for Air Show performances.

Starting at 7:00 pm through 8:00 pm on Saturday, August 22nd, the airport will be closed for the Twilight Air Show performances.

As always, check NOTAM’s for any current information. Please contact Airport Operations with any questions at 720-352-0395.

Rocky Mountain Metro Airport has decided to switch things up a bit this year! After several years of hosting our Open House, we have decided to take a step back and allow Colorado Sport Aviation (CSA) to step up to the plate. CSA will be hosting The Colorado Sport International Air Show along with The Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In for their first appearance at Metro Airport on Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23rd. CSA is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to serve and promote "recreational aviation" through the hosting of an annual Air Show and Regional Fly-In. Therefore tickets for adults will be $15, children 6 -13 years will be $13 and children 5 and under are free.

The Colorado Sport International Air Show, formerly known as the Front Range Air Show, will include several different performances such as glider flight demonstrations, a parachute jumper, a few solo aerobatic performances, mass formation demonstrations, some fly bys and F-16 flight demonstrations. Not only will these exciting performances go on both Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 PM through 4:00 PM, but there will also be a special Twilight Air Show, Saturday night with limited performances starting at 7:00 PM.

Along with the amazing performances from the Colorado Sport International Air Show, the Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In will be celebrating their 30th year. CSA will be hosting a family oriented weekend event attended by up to 400 aircraft from around the country with a total of approximately 25,000 people. During the 2-day event there will be over 20 educational and safety forums along with building workshops for adults and youth to help spark a new interest in learning and aviation. Various food vendors will be onsite providing a wide range of meals and sundries.

“Metro Airport is happy to partner with CSA to bring this great event into the Denver metro area and help expand its future potential. We are pleased to host an event which not only serves pilots and the aviation industry throughout the Rocky Mountain region, but also provides family fun and enjoyment for our neighbors in the surrounding communities and across the State" - Kenneth Maenpa, Airport Manager.

The Collings Foundation is bringing the Wings of Freedom Tour, which showcases three fully restored WWII Bomber Aircraft, to Metro Airport on July 1st to the 3rd. These aircraft are the 1944 vintage Consolidate B-24J Liberator, the Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress “Nine-O-Nine” and the TP-51C “Betty Jane” Mustang.

The "Wings of Freedom Tour" has two goals: to honor our veterans--recognizing their sacrifices so we may enjoy our freedom; and to educate the visitors, especially younger Americans, about our national history and heritage. The Foundation encourages people to tour the planes, talk to the veterans who come to visit the aircraft, and participate in a "flight experience”. In nineteen years, the tour has made more than 2,172 visits to airports across the United States and Alaska. While the exact number of visitors is difficult to gauge, it is estimated that between 3 and 4 million people see these warbirds annually.

Walk through tours of all the aircraft are $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under. WWII Veterans get into the ground tours at no charge. Flight experiences donation are $425 per person aboard the B-17 or B-24. Flight training in the P-51 is $2200 for a half hour flight and $3200 for a full hour. All participants will get the chance to feel what it was like to fly one of the most legendary fighters of WWII.