Commonwealth Ports Authority Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands 2009 PACIFIC AVIATION DIRECTORS’ WORKSHOP May 4 – 6, 2009 Marshall Islands Resort Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands

We are the closest U.S. destination near the heart of Asia AIR SERVICE: 3 hours to Manila 4.5 hours to HKG 3 hours to Japan 4 hours to Korea 4.5 hours to Shanghai 30 min. to Guam

Flights and Visitors to CNMI Delta/Northwest Airlines and Asiana are the two main airlines servicing the CNMI Japanese visitors to the CNMI continue to be the dominant at about 80%

Tourism is Key Industry 1997 & 1998 were peak times at 1.6 M passengers (arrival and departure combined) Current traffic has dropped to only 1M combined due to competition and world wide economic conditions Japanese visitors comprise over 80% of visitors Korea and China are fast emerging markets for CNMI Delta/Northwest Airlines and Asiana Airlines currently serve our islands Continental, Shanghai Airlines, and JAL are mainly charters

CPA’s Vision First class tourist destination with unique and memorable experience in each island-Saipan, Tinian and Rota Building world-class airport facilities Operate at the lowest possible cost for the passengers and airlines Direct access and convenient travel routes to our beautiful islands.

Airport Developments Multi million dollar state of the art in-line baggage inspection system; Runway rehabilitation & safety area improvements ; New runway, taxiway & terminal facilities on the island of Tinian Runway extension in Rota for direct flights from Asia. Overall terminal facility improvements and upgrades Improvements to Back-up power

Outlook Coordinate with visitors’ authority on marketing & promotions to increase traffic by 100% over a 5-year period; Continue to modernize the airport facilities Continue to develop the non-aviation part of the airport such as leasing of properties. Develop cargo handling facilities.

SAIPAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS

Terminal Improvements CPA is soon to receive entitlement funds to perform the following improvements to the airport: Utilities renovations & upgrade throughout the terminal building High roof drainage improvements Replacement of the Public Address System Utility Upgrades and Renovations to the domestic terminal servicing Rota and Tinian passengers

Generator and Power Upgrade Scope: “DESIGN-BUILD” project for the Back-up Power Upgrade at the airport. Project entails installation of a third feeder line to the main terminal, installation of a third 1.8 MW generator at the main generator building, and installation of a backup generators at the Tower and at the ARFF Station. Status: The project amount is $6.7 million. NTP was issued on February 9, 2009. The project is in the 35% design stage and is anticipated for completion by July 14, 2010. Preventive maintenance and operation services as well as renovations to the generator facility are also being implemented.

Baggage Handling System Terminal Expansion Scope: Expansion of the existing departure terminal inclusive of a basement for new Baggage Handling System and CTX machines for TSA. Status: Project is being tested and certification is anticipated by May 2009

Runway 7/25 Rehabilitation Project Package II Phase I – Taxiway Conversion to Temporary Runway Scope: The project consists of Connection of storm drainage pipe to the new water reservoir, demolishing and filling of the existing reservoir; conversion of Taxiway “A” into a temporary runway by milling and overlaying to bring the taxiway alignment to that of a runway alignment. Status: Project was awarded at $3.8 million and is approximately 50% complete. Completion is set for October 2009.

Runway 7/25 Rehabilitation Project Package II – Phase II - Runway Rehabilitation Scope: The Project is to Rehabilitate Runway 7/25 to include milling of existing runway, connecting taxiways, blast pads and shoulder pavements, overlay, grooving and marking of surfaces; the restoration of Taxiway “A”, and the installation of lighted wind cones. Status: project is to be advertised for bid by June 2009.

Replacement of Two Passenger Loading Bridges Scope: Replacement of two loading bridges, Jetways 4 and 5 to Apron Drive Type bridges. Also includes replacement of all six pilot guidance systems. Status: Project completion is May 2009.

ARFF Building Expansion Scope: To construct additional 90’ x 95’ permanent covered canopy for protection to ARFF vehicles and equipment. Status: Design is complete. May be a 2011 project.

Submitted an application to renovate, upgrade, and expand the ARFF Training Center/Facility to include structural fire complex consisting of a two (2) storey building.

ARFF Training Facility Improvement Pavement all around of existing fire pit.

TINIAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS

Terminal Improvements (New Departure Building) Scope: Construction of 24,000 SF departure terminal building and improvements to existing building, including security related and a baggage conveyor system. Status: Project will be completed by about October 2009.

Strengthening of Parallel Taxiway Scope: Project entails strengthening of the Parallel Taxiway “A”. Status: Project was awarded in the amount of $8.9 million and completed in October 2008.

ARFF Building Relocation Scope: Relocation of ARFF building to provide line of sight, visibility for flight service office, and direct access to the airside Status: Design is complete and may be a 2011 project.

ROTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS In addition to regular services by Freedom Air and Cape Air, Rota receives charter flights from Continental Airlines.

Runway Extension Project Phase II Scope: The Project consists of paving shoulders on both sides of the existing 6,000 feet runway, new electrical lines, new edge lights, generator, generator building and fuel tank. Status: Construction was awarded in the amount of $5.2 million and NTP was issued in October 2008 with a completion date set for October 2009.

ANTICIPATED FUTURE PROJECTS 2010 – 2011

SAIPAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Project Title ARFF Building Expansion ARFF Training Facility Improvements ILS Upgrade Passenger Loading Bridge 3 and 6 Replacement 3,000 Gallon ARFF Vehicle Procurement Runway Sweeper Procurement Flight Information Display System Airport Road & Drainage Improvements Terminal Building Modernization

TINIAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Project Title ARFF Building Relocation High Speed Taxiway “B” Taxiway “E” ARFF Access Road Rapid Intervention Vehicle Security Access System Perimeter Security Fence Replacement

ROTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Project Title Perimeter Security Fence Replacement Existing Apron Asphalt Pavement Treatment Security Access System Rapid Intervention Vehicle

Commonwealth Ports Authority Email: cpa.admin@pticom.com CONTACT INFORMATION: MR. EFRAIN F. CAMACHO, PE Executive Director Commonwealth Ports Authority PO Box 501055 Saipan, MP 96950 Tel: (670) 237-6500/01 Fax: 234-5962 Email: cpa.admin@pticom.com Website: www.cpa.gov.mp

Thank you and Si Yu’us Ma’ase commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands