Airport Master Plan
Airport Master Plan Public Information Centre May 25, 2016
Public Information Centre Format
Overview Presentations 5:00 & 7:00 p.m. Followed by Q&A. Presented by: Rob Horne & Chris Wood, Region of Waterloo Moderated by: Bill Newman, WSP Aviation Consultant
Stations in Atrium 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Airport Overview Physical Infrastructure Planning for the Future Environmental & Noise Management The Future of Regional Airports with Toronto Pearson/GTAA Proposed New Airport Vision Statement – Provide your Input!
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Airport Master Plan Timeline The Master Plan is being developed to help guide the future of the Region of Waterloo International Airport for the next 20 years (2016 – 2035). The plan will take into consideration the opportunities and challenges the Airport will face including how to best meet the travel and connectivity needs of our growing community. Master Plan Process: Project Commenced – April 2016 Public Information Centres: #1 – May 25, 2016 #2 – Fall 2016 Region of Waterloo Planning & Works Committee Update – December 6, 2016 Project Completion – December 2016 3
About the Airport – 1950 In 1949, 640 acres of land were acquired from eight farmers by the municipalities of Kitchener, Guelph, Galt, Waterloo and the Town of Preston. Building costs were shared with the Federal Government who provided 2/3's of the funding. The Waterloo Wellington Airport opened in 1950 with: • Two paved runways (3,700 & 4,100 feet) • One apron • One hangar
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The Airport Today – 2016 Today the airport is one of the top 20 busiest airports in Canada, and home to one of the top flight training schools in the Canada - the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre. The airport is situated on 1,000+ acres of land with: • Two paved runways (4,100 & 7,000 feet) • Six aprons • 49 hangars • Five airport support buildings 5
Airport Layout The Airport has two runways: 1. Primary Runway 08-26 (east-west) for larger/jet aircraft 2. Secondary Runway 14-32 (north-south) for smaller/circuit aircraft • Taxiways: A, B, C, E, F
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Building the Aviation Business Park The airport's Aviation Business Park is situated in a prime location with convenient access to the Highway 401 corridor. Shovel ready – 30 acres of fully-serviced land with airside access and zoned for light industrial, commercial and aviation-related businesses 300+ acres of un-serviced land also available
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Attracting World Class Businesses • Chartright Air Group is Canada's largest corporate jet charter operator. They are currently investigating executive charter service to various destinations. • Discovery Air operates the 2nd largest fleet in Canada and provide specialty aviation services including Aerial Detection and Management for Fire, Invasive Species, Algae and Remote Sensing.
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The Airport Campus Today – 2016 Passenger traffic continues to climb and business is thriving.
•
Over 250 private and charter aircraft are based at the airport.
•
25 businesses operate from the airport employing over 300 people.
•
Waterloo Region now supports a dynamic aerospace industry that provides innovative solutions for business aviation nationally and internationally.
Legend Blue – Available Land Green – Occupied Buildings Yellow – Airport Buildings
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Annual Local Economic Impact In 2015 the airport contributed $90.1 million to the Region's economy* $100,000,000 $90,000,000
$86.3 Million
$90.1 Million
2013
2015
$77.7 Million
$80,000,000 $70,000,000 $60,000,000
$58 Million
$50,000,000
$40,000,000 $30,000,000 $20,000,000 $10,000,000 $0 2007
2010
* Wilfrid Laurier University 2015 Economic Impact Study
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Airports Economic Impact Comparison Canadian Airports: Passenger Traffic & Economic Impact
11
Existing Passenger Services
March 2016 Destination Calgary Chicago Orlando Cuba
Airlines WestJet American Airlines WestJet Sunwing
Weekly Departing Flights 737-800 6 ER-145 13 737-700 1 737-800 1 Grand Total 21 Aircraft
Providing connections to 250 cities in 40 countries.
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Building Passenger Service YKF is located within a highly competitive market, a one-hour drive from Toronto Pearson, Hamilton and London International Airports. Passenger traffic reached another record high of 153,963 in 2015 with the addition of Orlando service, additional capacity on Calgary and increased passenger use of existing service. Passenger traffic at YKF is up 694% since 2005. 138,733
145,508
2013
2014
153,963
120,828
118,586 105,479
105,561
101,122
2009
2010
2011
91,706
34,834
2006
2007
2008
2012
2015
Source: Region of Waterloo International Airport.
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The Future – Position of Low Cost Carriers Low Cost Carriers in Canada and the US are changing the competitive landscape for air travel. Canadian Ultra Low Cost Carriers: – NewLeaf – FlyToo (formerly Jet Naked and Enerjet) – Canada Jetlines
US Ultra Low Cost Carriers: – Allegiant – Spirit – Southwest
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Supporting the Economy East Side Lands Promoting the East Side Lands with the Aviation Business Park can provide a variety of larger properties for aviation-related companies that require a larger footprint. Location, Location, Location Proximity to the airport and Highway 401 corridor make the location ideal for aviationrelated technology and advanced manufacturing businesses. 15
Community Education & Feedback • Education: Information about Aeronautical Noise is available on the airport's website • Feedback Mechanisms: Concerns can be easily submitted online or over the phone through the Region of Waterloo's Call Centre • Timely Response: Informed airport employees respond to each individual concern with an explanation of the cause (potentially an overflight) and additional details. 16
Noise Management – Airport Facts • Aircraft always operate into the wind • YKF is located in the busiest Canadian airspace: South Western Ontario • There are over 100,000 aircraft movements (take-offs or landings) annually at the airport
• In February 2016, under the direction of Regional Council, Nolinor ceased operation from YKF • There is no curfew in place for operations at YKF – we are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year • With improved technology, aircraft today are 75% quieter than 50 years ago
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Overflights Overflights • Flights residents hear passing overhead at night that originate at other airports, Toronto or Hamilton – these are called overflights
• In 2015 there were 48,175 overflights within a 10 nautical mile radius of the airport, at up to 15,000 feet above sea level. • This diagram shows overflights that occurred on one day - July 16, 2015, a typical day in the skies above our airport. 18
Being a Good Neighbour • The Aeronautical Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) supports open communication with residents and businesses potentially affected by the airport, while maintaining safe and efficient aircraft operations. • Notice Signs are posted on roads leading into new subdivisions located in close proximity to the Airport. (Woolwich & Kitchener) • Community & Tenant Relations including ongoing work with tenants like the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre and Nolinor to make adjustments to minimize noise impacts. 19
Noise Complaint Trends (2013 to 2016 YTD)
20
2016 Comparison to date • Nolinor ceased operation at the airport at the end of February 2016 • As a result, there was a significant overall drop in noise complaint numbers compared to 2014 • On an average, there were only 2.74 complaints per individual so far this year (2016)
21
Supporting Our Community The airport provides many additional services that support the community: • • • • • • • • • •
Aeromedical Flights Agricultural Services Commercial Air Services Emergency Diversionary Service Fire Fighting Response Flight Training Private Air Charter Operations Law Enforcement Services Recreational Benefits Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief 22
Success of the 2000 Airport Master Plan The following activities were successfully implemented based on recommendations made in the 2000 Airport Master Plan:
• Mitigate airport noise through changes to the noise abatement procedures • Implementation of a noise monitoring and management system • Installation of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) on runway 07 and change to the published procedures in Canada Air Pilot (CAP) • Extension of runway 07/25 to 7,000 feet (an 1,800 extension) • Upgrades to existing passenger terminal • Provide additional airside leased property for hangar construction and aviation related operations
23
Success of the 2000 Master Plan
cont'd…
• Undertake studies to deal with the future infrastructure servicing needs (water, sewer, power, storm drainage)
• Maintain the existing airport management structure and administration under the Regional organization and political governance system • Update the Airport Master Plan every five years • Revise the appropriate clauses of the Regional Official Policies Plan consistent with Section 9.3 • Apply for Federal and/or Township of Woolwich zoning to match a 7,000 ft. runway (07-25) • Establish an Airport Capital Financial Plan to implement the Airport Master Plan commencing with the 2001 airport capital program and ten-year forecast 24
The Future –YYZ approaching Capacity By 2043 Southern Ontario will be home to 15.5 million people.
A conservative estimate of air travel demand over the next two decades puts Toronto Pearson at roughly 65 million passengers per year by the mid-2030s, with no signs of slowing down. By 2043 the regional air travel volume is expected to reach a staggering 90 million passengers annually, or more.
The creation of an integrated airport system is a possible solution. Source: Urban Strategies Inc. – Toronto Pearson 2015 White Paper
25
Planning for the Future: Master Plan The existing Master Plan was completed in 2000. An updated Master Plan, begun in 2013, was paused in 2014, at which time Regional Council provided specific direction to staff, including: • • • • •
Attracting new air service Building out the Airport Business Park Protecting for future growth Improving community interaction Working to develop the adjacent East Side Lands
In October 2015, Regional Council directed the Master Plan be completed after conducting a corporate wide Service Review. 26
Public Information Centre Format
Overview Presentations 5:00 & 7:00 p.m. Followed by Q&A. Presented by: Rob Horne & Chris Wood, Region of Waterloo Moderated by: Bill Newman, WSP Aviation Consultant
Stations in Atrium 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Airport Overview Physical Infrastructure Planning for the Future Environmental & Noise Management The Future of Regional Airports with Toronto Pearson/GTAA Proposed New Airport Vision Statement – Provide your Input!
2
Airport Master Plan Timeline The Master Plan is being developed to help guide the future of the Region of Waterloo International Airport for the next 20 years (2016 – 2035). The plan will take into consideration the opportunities and challenges the Airport will face including how to best meet the travel and connectivity needs of our growing community. Master Plan Process: Project Commenced – April 2016 Public Information Centres: #1 – May 25, 2016 #2 – Fall 2016 Region of Waterloo Planning & Works Committee Update – December 6, 2016 Project Completion – December 2016 3
About the Airport – 1950 In 1949, 640 acres of land were acquired from eight farmers by the municipalities of Kitchener, Guelph, Galt, Waterloo and the Town of Preston. Building costs were shared with the Federal Government who provided 2/3's of the funding. The Waterloo Wellington Airport opened in 1950 with: • Two paved runways (3,700 & 4,100 feet) • One apron • One hangar
4
The Airport Today – 2016 Today the airport is one of the top 20 busiest airports in Canada, and home to one of the top flight training schools in the Canada - the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre. The airport is situated on 1,000+ acres of land with: • Two paved runways (4,100 & 7,000 feet) • Six aprons • 49 hangars • Five airport support buildings 5
Airport Layout The Airport has two runways: 1. Primary Runway 08-26 (east-west) for larger/jet aircraft 2. Secondary Runway 14-32 (north-south) for smaller/circuit aircraft • Taxiways: A, B, C, E, F
6
Building the Aviation Business Park The airport's Aviation Business Park is situated in a prime location with convenient access to the Highway 401 corridor. Shovel ready – 30 acres of fully-serviced land with airside access and zoned for light industrial, commercial and aviation-related businesses 300+ acres of un-serviced land also available
7
Attracting World Class Businesses • Chartright Air Group is Canada's largest corporate jet charter operator. They are currently investigating executive charter service to various destinations. • Discovery Air operates the 2nd largest fleet in Canada and provide specialty aviation services including Aerial Detection and Management for Fire, Invasive Species, Algae and Remote Sensing.
8
The Airport Campus Today – 2016 Passenger traffic continues to climb and business is thriving.
•
Over 250 private and charter aircraft are based at the airport.
•
25 businesses operate from the airport employing over 300 people.
•
Waterloo Region now supports a dynamic aerospace industry that provides innovative solutions for business aviation nationally and internationally.
Legend Blue – Available Land Green – Occupied Buildings Yellow – Airport Buildings
9
Annual Local Economic Impact In 2015 the airport contributed $90.1 million to the Region's economy* $100,000,000 $90,000,000
$86.3 Million
$90.1 Million
2013
2015
$77.7 Million
$80,000,000 $70,000,000 $60,000,000
$58 Million
$50,000,000
$40,000,000 $30,000,000 $20,000,000 $10,000,000 $0 2007
2010
* Wilfrid Laurier University 2015 Economic Impact Study
10
Airports Economic Impact Comparison Canadian Airports: Passenger Traffic & Economic Impact
11
Existing Passenger Services
March 2016 Destination Calgary Chicago Orlando Cuba
Airlines WestJet American Airlines WestJet Sunwing
Weekly Departing Flights 737-800 6 ER-145 13 737-700 1 737-800 1 Grand Total 21 Aircraft
Providing connections to 250 cities in 40 countries.
12
Building Passenger Service YKF is located within a highly competitive market, a one-hour drive from Toronto Pearson, Hamilton and London International Airports. Passenger traffic reached another record high of 153,963 in 2015 with the addition of Orlando service, additional capacity on Calgary and increased passenger use of existing service. Passenger traffic at YKF is up 694% since 2005. 138,733
145,508
2013
2014
153,963
120,828
118,586 105,479
105,561
101,122
2009
2010
2011
91,706
34,834
2006
2007
2008
2012
2015
Source: Region of Waterloo International Airport.
13
The Future – Position of Low Cost Carriers Low Cost Carriers in Canada and the US are changing the competitive landscape for air travel. Canadian Ultra Low Cost Carriers: – NewLeaf – FlyToo (formerly Jet Naked and Enerjet) – Canada Jetlines
US Ultra Low Cost Carriers: – Allegiant – Spirit – Southwest
14
Supporting the Economy East Side Lands Promoting the East Side Lands with the Aviation Business Park can provide a variety of larger properties for aviation-related companies that require a larger footprint. Location, Location, Location Proximity to the airport and Highway 401 corridor make the location ideal for aviationrelated technology and advanced manufacturing businesses. 15
Community Education & Feedback • Education: Information about Aeronautical Noise is available on the airport's website • Feedback Mechanisms: Concerns can be easily submitted online or over the phone through the Region of Waterloo's Call Centre • Timely Response: Informed airport employees respond to each individual concern with an explanation of the cause (potentially an overflight) and additional details. 16
Noise Management – Airport Facts • Aircraft always operate into the wind • YKF is located in the busiest Canadian airspace: South Western Ontario • There are over 100,000 aircraft movements (take-offs or landings) annually at the airport
• In February 2016, under the direction of Regional Council, Nolinor ceased operation from YKF • There is no curfew in place for operations at YKF – we are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year • With improved technology, aircraft today are 75% quieter than 50 years ago
17
Overflights Overflights • Flights residents hear passing overhead at night that originate at other airports, Toronto or Hamilton – these are called overflights
• In 2015 there were 48,175 overflights within a 10 nautical mile radius of the airport, at up to 15,000 feet above sea level. • This diagram shows overflights that occurred on one day - July 16, 2015, a typical day in the skies above our airport. 18
Being a Good Neighbour • The Aeronautical Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) supports open communication with residents and businesses potentially affected by the airport, while maintaining safe and efficient aircraft operations. • Notice Signs are posted on roads leading into new subdivisions located in close proximity to the Airport. (Woolwich & Kitchener) • Community & Tenant Relations including ongoing work with tenants like the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre and Nolinor to make adjustments to minimize noise impacts. 19
Noise Complaint Trends (2013 to 2016 YTD)
20
2016 Comparison to date • Nolinor ceased operation at the airport at the end of February 2016 • As a result, there was a significant overall drop in noise complaint numbers compared to 2014 • On an average, there were only 2.74 complaints per individual so far this year (2016)
21
Supporting Our Community The airport provides many additional services that support the community: • • • • • • • • • •
Aeromedical Flights Agricultural Services Commercial Air Services Emergency Diversionary Service Fire Fighting Response Flight Training Private Air Charter Operations Law Enforcement Services Recreational Benefits Search and Rescue, Disaster Relief 22
Success of the 2000 Airport Master Plan The following activities were successfully implemented based on recommendations made in the 2000 Airport Master Plan:
• Mitigate airport noise through changes to the noise abatement procedures • Implementation of a noise monitoring and management system • Installation of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) on runway 07 and change to the published procedures in Canada Air Pilot (CAP) • Extension of runway 07/25 to 7,000 feet (an 1,800 extension) • Upgrades to existing passenger terminal • Provide additional airside leased property for hangar construction and aviation related operations
23
Success of the 2000 Master Plan
cont'd…
• Undertake studies to deal with the future infrastructure servicing needs (water, sewer, power, storm drainage)
• Maintain the existing airport management structure and administration under the Regional organization and political governance system • Update the Airport Master Plan every five years • Revise the appropriate clauses of the Regional Official Policies Plan consistent with Section 9.3 • Apply for Federal and/or Township of Woolwich zoning to match a 7,000 ft. runway (07-25) • Establish an Airport Capital Financial Plan to implement the Airport Master Plan commencing with the 2001 airport capital program and ten-year forecast 24
The Future –YYZ approaching Capacity By 2043 Southern Ontario will be home to 15.5 million people.
A conservative estimate of air travel demand over the next two decades puts Toronto Pearson at roughly 65 million passengers per year by the mid-2030s, with no signs of slowing down. By 2043 the regional air travel volume is expected to reach a staggering 90 million passengers annually, or more.
The creation of an integrated airport system is a possible solution. Source: Urban Strategies Inc. – Toronto Pearson 2015 White Paper
25
Planning for the Future: Master Plan The existing Master Plan was completed in 2000. An updated Master Plan, begun in 2013, was paused in 2014, at which time Regional Council provided specific direction to staff, including: • • • • •
Attracting new air service Building out the Airport Business Park Protecting for future growth Improving community interaction Working to develop the adjacent East Side Lands
In October 2015, Regional Council directed the Master Plan be completed after conducting a corporate wide Service Review. 26
