Welcome. Pemberton Regional Airport Planning Continuum. and opportunities for dialogue PEMBERTON REGIONAL AIRPORT

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1 Welcome. The Village of Pemberton is initiating a community process on the future potential of the Pemberton Regional Airport and wants to hear from you! The purpose of this engagement is to: Communicate results of the planning + analysis undertaken to date Gauge interest and community support Highlight next steps + areas for further study Pemberton Regional Airport Planning Continuum and opportunities for dialogue Land Use Plan Airport Governance Report Strategic Plan Defines vision + implementation plan for future development of CYPS Fall 08/Winter 09: a series of open houses, community surveys and information sessions are planned as part of the public engagement process to increase awareness of work undertaken to date and next steps in the planning process Project Definition Report Commissioned by PRAA Examines options for expansion of airport facilities and presents financial plan for recommended option August 2008 VOP Council receives PDR and authorizes continued study + engagement Ongoing Consultation + Feasibility Studies Continued Community Consultation through Community Meetings + Stakeholder Sessions Open House Survey Seek funding to undertake further studies, such as: Updated Financial Analysis Continued Archeological Impact Assessment Environmental Impact Study Technical Analysis of RNP Technology Installation of AWOS III

2 Project Quick Facts and objectives Pemberton Regional Airport (CYPS) Renewed interest exists to investigate development options for the Pemberton Airport Pemberton Regional Airport Authority (PRAA) was established in 2007 in direct response to this interest with the mandate to develop, operate and manage the airport in cooperation with the VOP PRAA s vision is to establish an innovative airport creating best practices which generates benefits for Pemberton Valley + the Region Project Definition Report (PDR) Focus understand viability of airport development to assist local decision makers on best direction for Pemberton Regional Airport Objectives Regional air services are considered one way to support continued development of destination resorts and are seen as a catalyst for the development of a sustainable economy for the region two of the SLRD s Regional Growth Strategy goals Examine potential demand for air passengers + aircraft activity Analyze constraining factors that prevent demand from being realized Develop options + recommendations Define preliminary business case + financial plan

3 Opportunities and constraints assessing demand... Pemberton Airport is well positioned to capitalize on latent demand for air travel in the SLRD Tourism is the primary demand driver Potential to serve large market (YVR, YYC, SEA, SFO, YYZ) Most likely commercial air service options available to handle demand include WestJet (B737 Fleet) + Horizon Air (Q400) Anticipated market segments: General aviation Scheduled commercial air service Charter service Government activity (civil + military) analyzing constraints Challenging terrain and poor weather conditions in winter months limit major scheduled carriers Commercial air services require reliability through use of satellite-based technology (Required Navigation Performance) Potential to use RNP technology at Pemberton Airport under investigation (over next 5-10 years, only Westjet + Alaska/Horizon will have capabilities) Major facility improvements required to meet aircraft operations standards (runway, airfield lighting, fuel etc) + navigation technology

4 Air Traffic Demand forecasts Scenarios developed to generate forecasts for air traffic demand Base case, low and high scenarios consider tourism growth and market share, resident + visitor travel patterns, industry trends + local infrastructure development Significant regional inbound (visitor) and modest outbound (resident) passenger demand exists Inadequate airside + terminal facilities exist to satisfy forecast demand Ground transport facilities (parking, car rental, terminal curbside) serviced commercial lots, operations/maintenance facilities required Limited flood protection exists + must be upgraded to protect investment *Existing airside CYPS Single 3,900 runway currently only accommodates small turbo-props (Dash8 largest aircraft) + small private jets Base Case Assumptions Provincial mandate to double tourism 2010 Games provide substantial long term economic boost Commercial passenger services operate from Vancouver, Seattle + Calgary Jet services allowed air passenger + aircraft activity Moderate tourism + local demand growth, market inertia and stimulated demand Example commercial flight activity: First Year (2012) 1 daily flight Westjet 737 Airport Facilities (Gap Analysis) + 2 daily flights Horizon Q400 averaging 370 passengers/day 10 Year Forecast (2022) 3 daily 737 flights daily Q400 flights averaging 1025 passengers/day Airfield Requirements Runway + Taxiway Extension Approach Lighting Zoning changes to address protected air space intrusions Expanded Terminal (see options) Serviced Commercial Lots Operations + Maintenance Bldg

5 Strategic Options status quo existing condition air traffic Maintain general aviation, search + rescue, air ambulance + charter air service demand facilities Limited aviation use Minimal investment + revenue Continued cost to Village (annual deficit of $20,000-$25,000) Does not support objective for airport as self-sustaining + positive contributor to local economy commercial development scenarios limited estimated capital expenditures key considerations General aviation + Small prop-type aircraft (35 seats or less i.e. Jazz + Pac Coastal) Infrequent small private/corporate jet activity Some growth with limits on air traffic Additional capital + operational costs to support new scheduled air services Difficulty attracting senior government support/funding As incremental revenue unlikely to offset expenses, this option is not economically viable with scheduled limited commercial service General aviation + Scheduled commercial traffic (larger commuter aircraft i.e. Horizon Q400 turbo-prop) and some private or corporate jets capable of using 5,500 ft runway length Aircraft movements ~400/year Passengers 2012: None Passengers 2012: 50, : 45, : 225, : 100, : 250,000 3,900 foot runway No further development; use of existing infrastructure Passenger terminal 6,500 sqft (Prime Air lease expiry 2025) First 10 Yrs: Second 10 Yrs: 5,000 foot runway Terminal development at existing site Small airport maintenance garage required but no ERS First 10 Yrs: $16.7M Second 10 Yrs: $12.1M 5,500 foot runway Terminal development at existing site Small airport maintenance garage required + ERS First 10 Yrs: $39.5M Second 10 Yrs: $5.7M moderate with caps General aviation + Commercial traffic (WestJet B737) to service regional market; excludes commercial jets Most private/corporate jets are capable of using 6,000 ft runway length 6,000 foot runway Terminal development at alternative site Full airport maintenance garage with full ERS capability First 10 Yrs: $50.9M Second 10 Yrs: $10.0M full potential General aviation + Long-haul commercial traffic (Air Canada E175; Westjet/Alaska ) *Weather + terrain constrain demand to RNP capable air carriers (Westjet + Horizon) in first 10 years. RNP capabilities more widespread in latter 10 years. Passengers 2012: 136, : 375, : 418,000 Passengers 2012: 178, : 493, : 614,000 7,000 foot runway* Terminal development at alternative site Full airport maintenance garage with full ERS capability First 10 Yrs: * Second 10 Yrs: * Potential significant economic impact Additional revenues + visitors to region; supports tourism growth and triggers new business development May attract capital grants from senior goverrnment Major investment required for airport facilities Limited flexibility exists with 5,500 ft runway option (for safest approach, minimum 6,000 ft needed) Modest revenues do not justify required investment within reasonable payback period; not economically viable Viable option: Runway length caters to small jet and turbo-prop aircraft to serve key gateways (Seattle, Calgary) and can handle other small aircraft serving Vancouver and beyond once carriers acquire RNP technology Unacceptable to community Not viable due to major constraints limiting runway extension beyond 6,000 ft (Lillooet River, Golf Course lands) *No additional analysis undertaken

6 Recommended Options Airside Improvements for further review In June 2008, the PRAA Board formally supported two strategic options for further review maintaining the status quo and the moderate development option (#4) with caps/limits to ensure that environmental and social impacts are acceptable to the community. This panel further highlights the airside improvements and terminal concepts contemplated in the moderate development scenario. 6,000 runway extension best suited to maximize coverage of expected traffic (allow small jet, scheduled commercial, private + charter activity). Total estimated costs (2008 Dollars): Runway works $15.7 M Taxiway works $3.2 M Airfield Lighting $2.5 M Relocations* $1.0 M Total $22.4 M *Encroachments into protected airspace require the relocation of a number of facilities (golf course club house, weather data collection system) as well as tree trimming/removal Terminal Complex Two options were examined to address terminal facility needs one utilizing the existing complex and a second option at an alternative site between the sewage treatment plant + BC Forestry site PRAA recommends that the terminal complex remain in the existing location in order to constrain/limit future development Total estimated costs (2008 Dollars) for terminal expansion at existing site: Terminal $13.0 M Apron $2.5 M Landside $2.1 M Total $17.6 M Considerations East approach over Mount Currie Indian Reserve (negotiations for land protection, approach lighting etc) West approach over Pemberton Valley Golf Course (golf course management, approach lighting, club house access road) Terminal Concept at Existing Site PRAA will need to attract external funding for 2/3rd initial capital outlay and fund the remaining 1/3rd through debt financing (assumes guaranteed financing MFA) A $15 Airport Improvement Fee would be levied on departing passengers to retire debt in 12 years.

7 Economic benefits Along with environmental and archeological assessments, the PRAA is initiating a detailed economic impact analysis to determine the potential long-term impact of commercial air service at Pemberton Airport. Under the moderate development scenario (with caps), preliminary estimates indicate potential benefits to the Village and the region in the form of direct impacts, such as airport expenditures and employment, as well as tourism. annual airport impact Year 1 (2012) Year 5 (2017) Total Passengers 136, ,000 Incremental Passengers 1 64, ,000 Incremental Visitors 2 32,000 69,000 1 Incremental new passengers are those passengers that are not currently using the airport/visiting the region (i.e. they haven t been diverted from another means of travel). 2 Incremental new visitors are calculated as 2 passengers for 1 visitor to account for the arrival and departure direction associated with travel. annual tourism impact Year 1 (2012) Year 5 (2017) Airport Direct Jobs Regional Tourism Jobs 800 1,800 Tourism Direct GDP (million) $25 M $60 M 3 Direct jobs represent full-time equivalent jobs in ground transportation, food services, airport cleaning, airport/airline management.

8 Go Forward Next Steps strategy While a decision has yet to be made on the future of the Pemberton Regional Airport, the PRAA has been authorized to move forward with a number of actions critical to the planning process so the community can make an informed decision. apply for funding to initiate environmental and archeological impact assessment environmental considerations (Lillooet River, noise, air quality, social considerations) + archeological resources undertake feasibility analysis of RNP technology confirm ability to operate RNP procedures in Pemberton + validate assumptions made in the Project Definition Report update financial analysis refine financial analysis + initiate an economic impact assessment to construct business case to support funding applications Ongoing consultation + engagement Community Flying Club, Rotary, Lions and other community members and organizations... Partners Lil wat Nation, SLRD, Chamber, Tourism Pemberton Resort Municipality of Whistler / Tourism Whistler Province of B.C. (re: flood control + dyking upgrades) Identified Carriers (Westjet + Horizon) Tell Us Your Thoughts! Kindly fill out a feedback form or comments to: admin@pemberton.ca Council and the PRAA are keen to hear your views. For more information Visit for a copy of the Project Definition Report or to arrange for a presentation by the PRAA.

9 Questions + answers 1 What is the length of the current runway? Will a runway expansion require rebuilding? If it is expanded to 6,000 feet, where would the expansion go? The current runway is 3,900 feet. Any expansion of the runway will require that the runway be rebuilt. This would mean that the runway could potentially be closed at various times during the expansion. Expansion would take place at both ends of the runway but primarily at the east end. 2 What is the status of the existing terminal building at the airport? The existing airport terminal building is owned by Prime Air who leases the land on which the building sits from the Village. The existing building is not adequate to serve as an operational airport terminal. 3 What revenues and expenses does the airport currently generate? The airport is currently operating at an average annual deficit of $25,000. Airport maintenance expenses include line painting, crack sealing and repair, fencing and gate repairs, and snow clearing when time and resources permit. Current airport revenue includes lease agreements with airport users, voluntary tie-down fees and revenue generated from leasing the airport for special events, such as filming, driver training and the Pemberton Music Festival. 4 What businesses are currently operating at the airport? Lease Agreements Pemberton Soaring Centre Pemberton Helicopters Merlin Air Envrionment Canada Businesses in Operation Pemberton Soaring Centre Whistler Skydiving Non-Profits in Operation Pemberton Flying Club 5 How will the decision to maintain the status quo or expand the airport affect Village taxpayers and how will an expansion be funded? Maintain the status quo: The airport s current annual average deficit of $25,000 is a direct cost to the taxpayers each year. The capital costs of an airport expansion would be financed 1/3 by the federal government, 1/3 by the provincial government, and 1/3 by an Airport Improvement Fee (AIF). An AIF of $15 on all outgoing passengers would allow for repayment of the debt in 12 years.

10 Questions + answers 6 What is the timeline for decision-making on the options and who will make this decision? What is the time frame for completing a full expansion? Ultimately, the Pemberton community will make the decision to further any airport expansion. Decision-making will rely on an ongoing and in-depth community consultation process to raise awareness and gather input through community meetings, and by holding an open house in early 2009 and initiating a survey. The PRAA and Council have also committed to undertake further feasibility studies as part of this process. Based on the feedback garnered from the community, the PRAA will make recommendation to Council. If the community were to move forward with expanding the airport, a complete expansion would be expected by at the earliest. 7 How would airport expansion affect general aviation? The intention of any expansion or upgrade of the current airport is to better facilitate current operations, a large component of which is general aviation. Airport expansion would provide consistency in fuel service, enhanced navigation, improved snow clearing, better taxiways and parking areas as well as increased revenue to support general maintenance and repairs. If commercial service were implemented, it would be some time before commercial operations would outweigh general aviation activity. The goal would be to develop both components of the industry equally. 8 What are the social and environmental impacts of airport expansion? The social and environmental impacts of the airport expansion can include: Aircraft noise Air emissions, from aircraft and vehicles Disturbance of archeological sites Water quality impacts and potential implications for fish in adjacent rivers Habitat implications for a variety of indigenous species, etc. Identification of potential impacts and possible mitigation measures, if any, will be part of subsequent studies that are required before funding for the work can be provided by the other levels of government. As part of these studies, there will be community consultations and the various stakeholders will be given appropriate opportunities to comment.