HomeMy WebLinkAbout3. Lakeville EDC METC 2050 TPP Aviation Policies OverviewLakeville Economic Development
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2050 TPP Policy Development
Regional Aviation System
10/22/2024
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Aviation Policy Development
Agenda
1.Regional Development Guide Overview
a.Regional Vision and Goals
b.Transportation Objectives
2.Met Council Role in Regional Aviation
3.Aviation Industry Trends and Key Takeaways
4.Policy Development Team Overview
5.Policy Gap Discussion
6.Next Steps
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Regional
Development
Guide Overview
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Regional Development Guide
Imagine 2050
•RDG is state mandated guide for the
region to set the stage for 2050
comprehensive planning efforts in the
region
•Mandated to ensure the “orderly and
economic development” of the region
•Includes detailed population and
economic forecasts for every regional
community
•Sets vision and goals for regional planning
and policy
•Sets general land use guidance for
communities in the region
•Includes four policy plans for specific
regional systems
•Transportation
•Water
•Housing
•Parks
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What is the Transportation Policy Plan?
The TPP is the region’s long-range
transportation plan
•Federally-required metropolitan transportation plan (for
surface transportation)
•Investment plan that directs major transportation
investments and guides regional transportation
policies
•State-required system plan (for aviation)
•Regional Aviation System Plan: basic 2050 update
included in TPP
•More in-depth update of RASP –ongoing, to be
amended into 2050 TPP in Q1/Q2 2025
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Technical & Decisionmaker Engagement
TAC Technical Working Groups
Bicycle &
Pedestrian
Planning
Transit
Planning
TAC
Subcommittees
Planning
Funding & Programming
Technical
Advisory
Committee (TAC)
Transportation
Advisory Board
(TAB)
Metropolitan
Council &
Transportation
Committee
Policy
Development
Teams
Other
organizations/age
ncies/committees
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Terms & Definitions
2050 Regional Development Guide
•Values are core beliefs (principles) that guide how the Council carries out work.
•Vision is the overarching description of what we want to achieve for the region.
•Goals are broad directional statements that more specifically describe the desired end
states for the region.
2050 Transportation Policy Plan
•Objectives are the achievable results that advance each regional goal.
•Policies are the statement of intent and approach to regional issues or topics,
independently and with partners.
•Actions are the specific strategies or activities to implement polices and achieve goals.
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Our Region is Equitable and Inclusive
Racial inequities and injustices experienced by historically marginalized
communities have been eliminated; and all residents and newcomers feel
welcome, included, and empowered.
Our Communities are Healthy and Safe
All our region’s residents live healthy, productive, and rewarding lives with
a sense of security, dignity, and wellbeing.
Our Region is Dynamic and Resilient
Our region meets the opportunities and challenges faced by our
communities and the economy including issues of choice, accessibility,
and affordability.
We Lead on Addressing Climate Change
We have mitigated greenhouse gas emissions and have adapted to
ensure that our communities and systems are resilient to climate impacts.
We Protect and Restore Natural Systems
We protect, integrate, and restore natural systems to protect habitat and
ensure a high quality of life for our region.
Draft Regional Vision & Goals
Vision
“We envision a healthy, just, and resilient
region where future generations thrive and
experience new opportunities supported by
planning that results in economical
services, housing affordability, clean water,
thriving ecosystems, and safe, accessible
transportation throughout the region.”
“We envision an equitable future where our
region’s residents, communities, and
economy thrive. Through collaborative
leadership and innovative planning, we will
deliver of equitable and affordable services
and infrastructure; we will confront
challenges, including those related to
equity and climate change; and we will
seize opportunities to ensure the wellbeing
of our natural and built environments.”
Goals
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Our Region is Equitable & Inclusive
•Historically disadvantaged communities are better connected to
jobs, education, and other opportunities.
•We repair and eliminate disparate and unjust impacts and harms to
Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color.
•We better meet the transportation needs of people who have
disabilities or limited mobility.
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Our Communities are Healthy & Safe
•People do not die or face life-changing injuries when using any form
of transportation.
•People feel safer, more comfortable, and more welcome when using
any form of transportation.
•We mitigate and avoid harms to people caused by nearby
transportation infrastructure and use (e.g. air quality, noise)
•People are better connected to community and cultural resources
that support their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
•People can increase physical activity with opportunities to walk, roll
or bike.
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Our Region is Dynamic & Resilient
•People and businesses trust that transportation infrastructure and
services will withstand and recover quickly from natural and human-
caused disruptions.
•People have better travel options beyond driving alone to meet their
daily needs, with a focus on improving travel times, reliability,
directness and affordability.
•People have more predictable travel times when traveling on
highways, with a focus on reducing excessive delays.
•People and businesses can rely on predictable and cost-effective
movement of freight and goods.
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We Lead on Addressing Climate Change
•The region’s transportation system minimizes greenhouse gas
emissions.
•People have more reliable access to zero emissions vehicle
infrastructure.
•By 2050, the region reduces vehicle miles traveled by 20% per
capita below 2019 levels.
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We Protect & Restore Natural Systems
•The region’s transportation system and the people who use it limit
their impacts on natural systems (e.g. air, water, vegetation, and
habitat quality).
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Met Council Role in Regional Aviation
Minnesota Statute 473.165, 473.611 & 473.621
•Aviation not federally mandated system, state statute tasks the
Council to plan for the regional aviation system
•Council must prepare Regional Aviation System Plan (within TPP)
•Requires regional airports to produce and update Long Term
Comprehensive Plans
•Met Council must review and determine if airport
comprehensive plans conform to regional systems and are
consistent with regional policy
•Review MAC’s Capital Improvement Program and review and
approve major capital projects that have a significant affect on the
orderly and economic development of the region
•Met Council does not provide or allocate direct funding for
aviation or operate regional aviation facilities
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Met Council Role in Regional Aviation
Regional Aviation System Plan
Background
•State law created to establish oversight over MAC and
other regional airports
•First RASP created in 1996
•Outlined policies and actions
•Identifies and classifies regional aviation system
•Establishes planning process for regional airports
•Incorporates system airport projected activity and
capitol needs
•Subsequent RASPs merged with the TPP for simplicity
and consistency with other regional systems
•Incorporated the Builders Guide in 2006
•Established land use compatibility standards
regarding aircraft noise
•Identified building materials to mitigate noise
impacts
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FAA, MNSASP,
and Aviation
Industry Trends
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FAA, MNSASP, and Aviation Industry
Trends
Existing Aviation Challenges Identified
•Staffing Shortfalls The aviation industry has identified existing and potential staffing shortages for
mechanics, air traffic controllers (ATC) and pilots.
•Cost The high cost of entry into the aviation field may limit participation from interested parties.
•Industry Demographics The aviation industry has historically ranked amongst the lowest in terms of
workforce diversity.
Industry/Regulatory Trends
•Industry Trends and FAA regulation updates have been developed to streamline pilot, mechanic, and
ATC training requirements.
•FAA Reauthorization, BasicMed, and Light-Sport/MOSAIC include provisions to lower the cost and
increase participation in aviation.
•MnDOT State Aviation System Plan: Since previous TPP, MnDOT has updated the statewide aviation
plan with updates to the statewide airport classification system and new guidance on other topics which
touch on Metro aviation facilities.
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Aircraft Noise
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Aircraft Noise
•Aircraft Noise Unwanted sound resulting from aircraft operations. Considered on of the most
harmful environmental impact from aviation and often the main contributing factor of a negative
community response to the operation and expansion of airports.
Regulatory Noise Framework
•FAA Regulation/Industry Changes Beginning in 2016 the FAA has implemented regulations
prohibiting the operation of older, noisy aircraft in the U.S. that do not meet more stringent
noise requirements. Additionally, advancements in satellite navigation has allowed FAA to
implement dispersed instrument departure procedures to mitigate aircraft noise.
•FAA Noise Evaluation The FAA is in the process of reviewing and/or updating the Civil
Aviation Noise Policy as well as the Noise Control and Compatibility Planning Advisory
Circular. This process includes the metric(s), noise thresholds, and land use compatibilities
that are used to identify and mitigate aircraft noise.
•Compatibility Planning The Metropolitan Council has developed a Builders Guide to identify
compatible land uses and construction techniques to mitigate aircraft noise. The Builders Guide
recommendations are based on the current Civil Aviation Noise Policy.
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Aviation Fuels
and Alternative
Power Sources
Source: Westmor Industries
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Aviation Fuels and Alternative Power
Sources
Aviation Fuels
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Aviation emissions
are a relatively small but growing portion of
transportation related GHG emissions. Government
and industry initiatives are being implemented to
expand the use of SAF.
•Delta planning to utilize SAF for operations at
MSP
•10% of fuel use by 2027
•50% of fuel use by 2035
•State and regional push to invest in and
implement SAF hub at MSP
Source: GreaterMSP
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Aviation Fuels and Alternative Power
Sources
Aviation Fuels
Leaded Aviation Gas The majority of small
GA aircraft continue to utilize aviation
gasoline containing lead. Aviation is the last
industry using leaded fuel. Government and
industry initiatives are working to develop
an unleaded fuel(s) safe for GA aircraft.
•Lead to be found unsafe at any level by
EPA
•FAA require leaded fuel use to 2030
•Developing pathway to eliminate
future use
•State and local bans planning after
FAA requirements expireSource: FAA
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Aviation Fuels and Alternative Power
Sources
Alternative Power Sources
•Electric Aircraft Small all-electric aircraft are being
designed and manufactured for entry into GA aviation
with pilot training in mind. Advancements in
electrification technology and charging infrastructure
are aimed at reducing cost, emissions, and noise.
•MnDOT Aeronautics MEAN Plan
•Reduce GHG and other emissions from aircraft
operations
•Hybrid/Hydrogen Existing electric technology is not
compatible with large aircraft. Existing aircraft
operations may be augmented through the
incorporation of hybrid and or hydrogen components.
•Carbon free commercial flight
Source: Mead & Hunt
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Unmanned Aerial
Systems (UAS)
Source: Intel Corporation
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Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Trends seen in UAS Industry
•UAS is the fastest growing segment of
aviation in the United States.
•Technological advancements in battery
systems, smartphones, and camera
sensors have made UAS readily
accessible to a wide segment of the
population.
•Logistics/Shipping and energy sector
industries are anticipated to be the main
drivers of UAS growth in the U.S. with the
integration of Beyond Visual Line of Sight
(BVLOS) regulations.
Source: McKinsey & Company
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Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
UAS Trends and Regulatory
Framework
•FAA's development of the Part 107
framework in 2016 established the rules
for safe commercial operations of UAS
within the National Airspace System
(NAS). 2017 development of the LAANC
system allows for immediate
authorization to operate within controlled
airspace. This has contributed to the
significant increase in UAS operations.
•For towered airports only
•The FAA's Reauthorization Act of 2024
has identified the need to publish rules to
enable BVLOS operations within the
NAS.
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Advanced Air
Mobility (AAM)
Source: FAA
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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
AAM Trends
•The increasing urbanization within the U.S.
and the need to reduce GHG emissions has
led to innovative new methods of
transportation.
•AAM are aircraft designed for VTOL
operations from designated vertiports,
powered by electricity, and leverage
advancements in automation for flight
controls.
•Anticipated AAM uses include passenger and
freight transportation within and between
urban areas. Aircraft manufacturers are
currently developing and testing multiple new
designs for AAM aircraft.
Source: NASA NTRS
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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
AAM Regulation/Development
•Interim guidance on Vertiport design has
been provided by the FAA. The FAA
Reauthorization Act of 2024 directs the
agency to publish final Vertiport design
standards by 2025.
•Proactive integration of AAM into the NAS
is a core focus of government and
industry initiatives.
•AAM planning is taking place throughout
country at local, state and federal level
•Local – land use integration
•State – policy and development
•Federal – airspace regulations
Source: FAA
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Aviation Policies
and Development
Process
Overview
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Policies and Actions Review Process
Develop
•Meeting 1
•Introduction
•Background
•Brainstorming
•Meeting 2
•Review Meeting 1
policies
•Draft/edit policies
•Draft/edit actor-specific
actions
Review
•Meeting 3
•Finalize remaining
items from Meeting 2
•Review drafted updated
policies and actions
•Additional review processes
with standing working
groups and committees
•Council / TAB
•MAC
•Local officials
•Meeting 4 (if necessary)
•Review feedback
•Make revisions and final
recommendations
•Final Meetings
•Additional meeting
scheduled if necessary
Recommend
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Policies Overview
Existing Aviation Policies from 2040 (2050) TPP
Policy 1: Airport safety standards should be maintained and improved where possible by addressing land
use compatibility and air safety requirements in airport and local policies and plans.
Policy 2: Conduct planning, development, and operation of regional airports to minimize the impact to
adjacent communities. Ongoing impacts from aviation activities should be mitigated through local land use
compatibility policies and other mitigation efforts.
Policy 3: Coordinate planning and pursuing transportation investments that strengthen connections to other
Minnesota regions, the nation, and world through air service at the region's primary and reliever airports.
Policy 4: Coordinate the provision of adequate local access to the region’s airports considering local context
and role in the system.
Policy 5: Prepare long-term comprehensive plans for MAC owned airports or local comprehensive plans for
each airport following FAA requirements and submit it to the Met Council for review to ensure that plans for
preservation, management and improvement of infrastructure at each airport are consistent with the
regional aviation system plan.
Policy 6: Promote public participation and awareness of aviation issues including involvement of traditionally
underrepresented populations, system users, and individuals.
Policy 7: Protect, enhance, and mitigate impacts on natural resources when planning, constructing, and
operating the region's aviation system. This will include management of air and water quality and
identification of priority natural resources through the Natural Resources Inventory developed by the Met
Council and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
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Discussion
Prompting Questions
•Are there gaps in existing policy?
•What policies are needed to meet the
regional objectives?
•Are there emerging trends or existing issues
that are not addressed by existing policy?
Thinking to what we have identified and
anything else that may be missing
•What’s the regional role of the policy?
•What actions are needed for implementation and
who should do them?
•Are there new tools or technical assistance
needed?
Objective: People do not die or face life-
changing injuries when using any form of
transportation.
•Example Policy: Use the safe systems
approach in planning and project
development.
•Example Action 1: Projects funded
through Regional Solicitation and HSIP
must use design speeds equal to or
below the posted speeds.
•Example Action 2: Produce and annually
update the region’s high injury street
map.
Goals
(Where)
•Directional
statements
Objectives
(What)
•Achievable,
measurable results
Policies
(How)
•Intent and approach
to achieve goals
and objectives
Actions
(Who)
•Actions for
implementation
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Next Steps
RASP planning efforts ongoing
•Policy review teams will draft and review updated
policies and actions for aviation system through winter
2025.
•Additional data and information on emerging trends
and issues for regional aviation system will be
incorporated into updated RASP.
•RASP to be amended prior to System Statements
released in September 2025.
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Joe Widing
Senior Planner, MTS
Joseph.Widing@metc.state.mn.us