Guidelines for Providing Financial Stability for our Nation's
Airports & The Communities They Serve   The decrease in airline
travel ever since September 11th has created a serious financial
situation for all airports.  The nation's airports are largely
publicly owned either by city, county, state entities or
regional public authorities. Because of reduced revenues
obtained from Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs), parking fees,
landing fees, rent, and other sources, airports are incurring
substantial revenue losses. Additionally, the Airport and Airway
Trust Funds that are funded by the federal ticket tax to assist
with airport infrastructure projects are also threatened with
declining receipts.  The loss of revenue from these sources is
affecting the ability of state and local governments and airport
authorities to operate airport facilities, meet outstanding debt
obligations associated with airport construction and renovation,
and continue or initiate planned capital improvement projects.
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