Current through September, 2024
Section 19-36-4 - Passenger facility charges(a) The department is authorized to impose a PFC not to exceed $4.50 per enplaned passenger at any commercial service airport under its control, consistent with 14 CFR Part 158.(b) The proceeds from the PFC's shall be used to finance eligible airport-related projects that: (1) Preserve or enhance safety, security or capacity of the national air transportation system;(2) Reduce airport noise; or(3) Furnish opportunities for enhanced competition between or among air carriers.(c)14 CFR Part 158 sets forth procedures for: (1) Applying for authority to impose PFC's by the department;(2) Reviewing and approving such applications by the FAA;(3) Collecting, handling and remitting PFC's by air carriers;(4) Reporting, recordkeeping and auditing requirements applicable to the department and air carriers;(5) Terminating PFC authority; and(6) Reducing federal grant funds apportioned to large and medium hub airports imposing a PFC.[Eff NOV 27 2003] (Auth: HRS § 261-12) (Imp: HRS § 261-12)