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Youngstown Q&As from amended RFP and PWS TAB H Airfield Management

1. Reference PWS H.3.1, in a change from the previous revision of the PWS, this paragraph states “AM does not have operational responsibility for the runway(s), therefore, is authorized to have one qualified AMSL on duty as workload permits during hours the airfield is open, with at least one qualified AMSL on each shift.” Please clarify this statement.

IAW AFI 13-204V3, para 16.2.1., During airfield operating hours, at least two qualified AM personnel will be on duty to support flying operations and airfield activities (e.g., snow removal operations, RCR/RSC checks, airfield inspections, aircraft emergencies, BASH/Wildlife responses, etc.). Exception: Units at airports (normally shared- use) where AM does not have operational responsibility for the runway(s), are authorized to have one qualified AMOS/AMSL or higher position qualification on duty as workload permits.

Youngstown does not have operational responsibility for the runway – it is the responsibility of Youngstown Warren Regional Airport. Therefore only one qualified AMSL is required to be on duty during the hours the airfield is open.

2. Reference PWS H.3.1, If Airfield Management does not have operational control of the runway(s) and only needs a minimum of one person per shift, is Airfield Management still required to perform daily airfield checks and inspections?

Yes. Youngstown Airfield Management personnel are responsible for at a minimum of inspecting/checking the AFRC Aircraft Parking Ramp, Taxiways A, B, C and D that are in conjunction with the AFRC Aircraft Parking Ramp and the Assault Landing Zone. The types of required daily airfield checks and inspections includes the following IAW IAW AFI 13-204V3:

17.1. Airfield Inspection. Minimum requirement: one per day. (Obstacles and Obstructions, Construction Areas, Airfield Markings, Airfield Signs, Airfield Lighting and Pavement Areas)

17.2. Airfield Check. An airfield check is not a substitute for the required daily airfield inspection.

17.2.5. Conduct and document an airfield check before the start of wing flying activities each day and as required throughout the day to identify, document and report FOD/BASH/Habitat control, ponding, etc. for correction.

17.2.6. Conduct and document a daily lighting serviceability and marking retro-reflectivity check

17.3. Additional Airfield Inspections.

17.3.1. A monthly joint airfield inspection

17.3.2. Conduct and document an inspection with representatives from CE and SE, before and after completion of any airfield construction, changes or additions to the flying mission or changes affecting existing aircraft parking/taxi procedures.

17.3.3. Conduct and document an annual Airfield Certification/Safety Inspection. See AFI 13-204 Volume 2.

3. Reference PWS paragraph H6.1 AMS Vehicle Support, this paragraph states that “At a minimum, all KTR vehicles will meet the following requirements: 4x4 capable to allow for year-round (snow/rain) inspection and response to infield and perimeter airfield areas, capable of carrying additional passengers for monthly inspections, waiver reviews, etc.,…”. In a review of the GFP Master List, we do not see a vehicle that meets these criteria. Is the KTR responsible for providing this vehicle? Yes

4. While the requirement is to “use” an alternate facility, we assume that this will be a government provided facility and that the provisions (Evacuation kit, office supplies, administrative line, etc.) will also be provided by the government. Does the government concur? If not, what are the KTR responsibilities and requirements as they relate to H6.3?

Yes. The Alternate Facility, to include administrative line will be government provided.

Reference: H6.3. Alternate AM Facility. The Ktr shall use an alternate facility to provide AM services in the event of an evacuation. The location must be located near/on the airfield for easy access to conduct airfield related duties. The government in conjunction with the KTR shall ensure the alternate facility have the following, but not limited to: Evacuation kit, office supplies, administrative lines to make/receive DSN, local and long distance calls, and the capability to file flight plans, process and track inbound/outbound flight movement messages with ARTCC, FSS or other flight planning facilities IAW AFI 13-204 Volume 3. Review and update the Evacuation/Relocation Kit at least quarterly IAW AFI 13-204 Volume 3. Conduct recurring training on emergency evacuation and alternate facility procedures at least annually IAW AFI 13-204 Volume 3.

KTR is responsible for establishing and maintaining and evacuation kit that includes the office supplies. Alternate locations vary from base to base, therefore, Youngstown Airfield Management will need to determine what other AM related items should be included in the evacuation kit to ensure they have the capability to file flight plans, process and track inbound/outbound flight movement messages with ARTCC, FSS or other flight planning facilities.