CAE: Sharing The Pride and
Performance Of Our Hometown Airport
February 24, 2014

DELTA/NORTHWEST – WHAT DID WE LEARN?
1+1=>2 in some markets; 1+1=<2 in others
Network strength = Interior markets
United/Continental
Opportunities beyond the major O&D’s?
Network strength = Major Metros
SOUTHWEST/AIRTRAN
What happens to small markets?
Secondary airports?
Where will growth be focused?
Can low costs be maintained
What ABOUT AA/US AIRWAYS?

A dramatic shift in aircraft size is underway in domestic markets.
• Driven by the increasing oil prices.
• Narrow body aircraft in the 100-200 seat range is now the “sweet spot”.
Regional Jet economics are very difficult
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• Fleet is aging.
• No replacement anticipated.
Small turboprops are also disappearing.
• No replacement anticipated.
Small markets will be under
Increasing pressure.
Between 2010 and 2020 over 700 RJs – mostly 50-seats and below are forecast to come out of North America fleets.
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Reduced CPE to under $10
Reduced operating costs
Completed refinancing of Series 2001A Bonds; Producing a savings of $3.5 Million.
Reduced overall debt by $18 million
Revenue Diversification
Completed purchase of buildings in Foreign Trade Zone; Income of $600,000 per year.
Moody’s has reaffirmed Baa1 rating with the Outlook:Stable
Reduced
Debt
$18M
Debt/PAX
$155.72
(2010)
Debt/PAX
$125.49
(2013)
Reduced
CPE
< $10
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Non-stop Destinations
DET
LGA
ATL
Capacity Increases
Increased capacity and changed fare structure.
Summer 2014 schedule indicates a 7% increase in capacity
B717 – First Class Cabin Service
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Non-stop Destinations
DAL
CLT
PHL
DCA
CHALLENGES:
Washington Reagan National (DCA)
Service Disruptions
OPPORTUNITIES:
Capacity Increases in Existing Markets
New Hub Flying
Fleet Upgrades
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Non-stop Destinations
ORD
IAH
IAD
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1% leakage to GSP and CHS did not happen.
GSP losing routes to MCO, BNA
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Self Sufficient:
CAE does not receive state or local tax dollars.
Enplanements:
Increased in 2012 and in 2013.
Top Ranking:
Ranked in the Top 30% for enplanements. Ranked in the Top 25% for connectivity.
Cargo:
Handles over 100 million lbs. of air cargo, more than all other SC airports combined.
Awards/Recognitions: Recognized by the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) for Excellence in Safety.
Recipient of the SC Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Diversity Award for our DBE initiatives.
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TSA Pre  TM
TSA Pre ✓ ™ Experience:
Quicker transit through airport lanes
Shorter lines
Shorter wait times
Improved customer experience
No Removal of:
Belt
Shoes
Light outerwear/jacket
3-1-1 compliant bag and laptop from carry-on
Mobile Boarding Pass
Save Paper. Save Time.
Once you receive your boarding pass, simply scan the barcode on the screen at airport security checkpoints and at the gate during boarding. It's fast and convenient.
Other Amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Free Business Center
USO
Valet Parking
Clarion Parking

CIP 2010 - 2013
Runway 11/29
Airfield Signage and SMGCS Implementation Project
Roads Rehabilitation
T/W "U" Widening & Lighting Project
Terminal Improvements (Restrooms, Elevators, Roof, Security Equipment)
$11,000,000
$1,730,638
$1,899,826
$4,979,857
$3,369,913
$22,980,234
CIP 2014 – 2018
Passenger Boarding Bridge Replacement
New ARFF Station
Taxiway A Reconstruction
Terminal Improvements
$1,950,000
$5,000,000
$14,597,000
$8,460,000
$30,007,000
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Thank you.
Dan Mann, AAE
Executive Director
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
125A Summer Lake Drive
West Columbia, SC 29170 d.mann@columbiaairport.com
803.822.7878 Office
803.206.9564 Mobile
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