Chapter 01

AIRPORT OPERATIONS

21.0101 Authority.

            The rule codified in this chapter is issued under the authority of Section 6 of Article IV of the Revised Constitution of American Samoa and 21.0515 ASCA.

History: Rule 2-1989, eff 28 June 89, § 2.

21.0102 Approval and incorporation.

            The Airport Certification Manual of 1989, including all appendices as revised, from time to time, prepared and maintained by the airport management division department of port administration pursuant to 25.0515 ASCA is approved and incorporated in full by reference herein, and is attached to this chapter as Annex A.

History: Rule 2-1989, eff 28 June 89, § 2.

ANNEX A

PAGO PAGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

AIRPORT CERTIFICATION MANUAL

AIRPORT MANAGEMENT DIVISION

DEPARTMENT OF PORT ADMINISTRATION

AMERICAN SAMOA GOVERNMENT

This Airport Certification Manual appends Federal Aviation Regulation Part 139 as it applies to Pago Pago International Airport. Compliance with this Manual and the regulation will be the responsibility of the American Samoa Government.

AIRPORT CERTIFICATION MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIRPORT CERTIFICATION MANUAL

LIST OF EXHIBITS

APPENDIX I

DEFINITIONS

Air Carrier

            A person who holds or who is required to hold an air carrier operating certificate for operating aircraft having a seating capacity of more than thirty (30) passengers.

Air Carrier Aircraft

            An aircraft with a seating capacity of more than thirty (30) passengers which is operated by an air carrier.

Air Carrier Operation

            The takeoff or landing of an air carrier aircraft which includes the period of time from 15 minutes before and until 15 minutes after take-off or landing.

Airport

            The area of land or other hard surface, excluding water, that is used or intended to be used for the landing and takeoff of aircraft., to include all buildings and facilities.

Airport Operating Certificate

            A certificate, issued under FAA Part 139, for operation, of an airport serving scheduled operations of air carriers.

Average Daily Departures

            The average number of scheduled departures per day of air carrier aircraft computed on the basis of the busiest three (3) consecutive months of the immediately preceding twelve (12)

calendar months. If the average daily departures are expected to increase, the "average" daily departures may be determined by planned rather than current activities in a manner acceptable to the Administrator.

Index

            An airport ranking according to the type and quantity of aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment and agent required; which is determined by the "LENGTH" and frequency of air carriers aircraft served by the airport.

Movement Area

            Runways, taxiways and other areas of an airport which are used for all taxiing, takeoff and landing of aircraft, exclusive of loading ramps and aircraft parking areas.

Safety Area

            A designated area abutting the edges of a runway or taxiway intended to reduce the risk of damage to an aircraft inadvertently "leaving the runway or taxiway.

Wildlife Hazard

            A potential for a damaging aircraft collision with wildlife on or near an airport, including domestic animals while out of the control of their owners.

AIRPORT CERTIFICATION MANUAL

CHAPTER 1

COMPLIANCES

1.1 INTRODUCTION

            This Manual includes operating procedures and a description of facilities and equipment used to satisfy the requirements of FAR Part 139. Personnel involved with the operations of this airport are directed to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with the procedures contained in this Manual.

            This Manual will be kept current and an approved copy will be available at the airport for inspection, upon request. A complete and current copy signed by the Governor of American Samoa will be provided to the Federal Aviation Administration.

1.2 INSPECTION AUTHORITY

            The FAA Administrator will be allowed to make any inspections, including unannounced inspections, or test to determine compliance

with Part 139 of the Federal Aviation Regulations and this Manual.

1.3 ASSURANCES

            Management of Pago Pago International Airport will provide the necessary operating procedures, facilities and equipment descriptions, responsibility assignments, and other information needed by personnel concerned and involved with the operations of this airport in order to comply with FAR Part 139. The airport management will:

a) Maintain qualified personnel to comply with the requirements outlined in this Manual.

            b) Provide materials, labor and equipment that is necessary to maintain the airport at least equal in condition, quality, and quantity to the standards currently required for the issuance of the airport operating certificate; and

            c) Notify air carrier of airport-related conditions that may affect the safe operations of the air carriers.

1.4 DEVIATIONS

            In emergency conditions requiring immediate action for the protection of life or property involving the transportation of persons by air carriers, the American Samoa Government (ASG) may deviate from any requirements of Subpart D of FAR Part 139, to the extent required to meet that emergency. In such an event, the American Samoa Government (ASG) shall, as soon as practicable, but not later than 14 days after the emergency, report in writing to the FAA Regional Director stating the nature, extent, and duration of the deviation.

1.5 PROCEDURES FOR MAINTAINING ACM

            The Airport Certification Manual (ACM) for Pago Pago International Airport will be kept current and will be under the direction of the Airport Manager. Pertinent portions of the approved certification manual will be furnished to all personnel and organizations responsible for their implementation. New pages for any changes, corrections, addendum or deletions will be furnished to those persons or organizations that hold copies of this Manual, for their update. Portions of the text affected by a revision will be indicated by a line on the outer margin of the page.

            A letter of transmittal to all Manual holders will provide instructions for replacing, removing or inserting new pages in their copy of the Manual. Each new narrative page, exhibit, chart or table will maintain the same page (sequential) numbering system as in the current manual

            Distribution will be made after two copies have been reviewed and approved by the FAA.

Distribution List:

            1. Governor's Office

            2. Director of Port Administration

            3. ARFF

            4. Director of Public Works

            5. FAA - Resident Director

            6. ATCT

            7. Commissioner of Public Safety

            8. Director of Health

            9. Attorney General

            10. PRI (Pacific Resources Inc.)

            11. Shell Oil Company

REVISION AMENDMENT LOGEXHIBIT i - 1

REVISION AMENDMENT LOG

CHAPTER 2

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ORGANIZATION

2.1 OWNERSHIP AND LOCATION

            Pago Pago International Airport is owned and operated by the American Samoa Government, and is located approximately seven (7) miles from the Central Business area of Pago Pago village. Exhibit 2-1 is a current Airport Layout Plan showing the existing facilities at Pago Pago International Airport.

2.2 MANAGEMENT

            Pago Pago International Airport is operated by the American Samoa Government under the Department of Port Administration, who has appointed the Director of Port Administration to direct the airport. Additional 9perating staff, under the direction of. the Director of Port Administration are charged with the responsibilities of managing and operating the day-to-day affairs of this airport, and are:

Airport Manager

Assistance Airport Manager

            Senior Supervisor

            Shift Supervisors

Chief of Security.

            Supervisor of Maintenance

Chief of Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting

2.3 LINE OF SUCCESSION

            Exhibit 2-2, Organizational Chart, illustrates the organizational relationships of key operating personnel at Pago Pago International Airport and the line of succession in the absence of the Airport Manager.

CHAPTER 3

OPERATIONAL DETERMINATIONS

3.1 EXEMPTIONS

            Pago Pago International Airport is subject to the following exemption to the requirements of FAR Part 139:

            Section: 139.311(a)(4), Runway Holding Markings and Signs, 01/01/89.

3.2 LIMITATIONS

            Pago Pago International Airport is not subject to any limitation of the: requirements of FAR Part 139.

3.3 GRID MAP

            A grid map of Pago Pago International Airport, which is contained in the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) is furnished to all organizations that may be involved with any emergency or disaster occurring at the airport.

3.4 RUNWAY/TAXIWAY IDENTIFICATION

            Exhibit 2-1 Airport Layout Plan presents the runway/taxiway system at Pago Pago International Airport.

Two runways in the 5-23 and 8-25 direction, runway 5-23 provide the landing and takeoff facilities for all major air service air carriers serving Pago Pago International Airport, Exhibit 2-1, runway 8-26 was justified by its use as a crosswind runway especially by smaller aircrafts. This runway can be used by large aircrafts for both taxiing and as an overnight area for parking. When this runway is used for parking, it is closed and a notam issued.

TABLE 3-1

RUNWAYS AND TAXIWAYS

3.5 OBSTRUCTIONS

            Each object in any area within the authority of Pago Pago International Airport that is identified as an obstruction under FAR Part 77, will either be removed or marked and lighted, as appropriate. Exhibit 3-1, Lighted Obstructions, identifies the location of all marked and lighted obstructions. The maintenance of all obstruction markings is the responsibility of the Maintenance Shop Supervisor. See Exhibit 2-2 Organizational Chart.

3.6 MOVEMENT & SAFETY AREAS, EMERGENCY ROADS

            Exhibit 3-2, Movement & Safety Areas and Emergency Roads, highlights the runway and taxiway system at Pago Pago International Airport. Also illustrated are the safety areas for each runway and taxiway - Table 3-1 provides thy dimensional criteria for these safety areas that were in place on December 31, 1987.

            Service roads that are designated as Emergency Access Roads are accented. These roads offer the most expedient airfield/runway access, but do not preclude any other service road at Pago Pago International Airport from being used in an emergency situation.

CHAPTER 4

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

4.1 PROCEDURES COMPLIANCE

            Instructions on each elements, as required by FAR Part 139, have been organized to provide each person on the airport staff, or others that are responsible for specific segments, clear and concise directions on what, when and how to perform their duties. Each of the major topics contained in this chapter adds a broad description of tasks for each major category either written or illustrated on an exhibit.

4.1.1 Airport Self-Inspections

            Pago Pago International Airport has prepared for the staff, procedures and instructions, as well as training, on conducting safety inspections. These inspections provide condition reports which advise the airport management, FAA (ATCT) and airline tenants when unsafe airport conditions are noted during the inspection. Airport self-inspections include:

            a. Periodic Daily Inspections - seven days a week. Each airport safety inspection will be conducted by the on Duty Airport Supervisor and each supervisor will fIll out a required airport condition reports, Exhibit 4-1, Airport Self. Inspection Form, for their responsible assignment. Periodic daily inspections will include the following major areas:

            - Paved areas

            - Unpaved areas (if any)

            - Safety areas

            - Marking and lighting

            - Security fencing

            . Traffic and wind direction indicators

            - Wildlife activity

            b. Unusual Conditions Inspections - During periods of unusual conditions or events at Pago Pago International Airport, the Airport Manager will perform inspections to determine whether or not unsafe airport conditions exist. These reports will follow the format presented in Exhibit 4-1, "Airport Self-Inspection Form". Unusual Conditions that will require inspections include, but are not limited to:

            - Construction Activities - Conducted during and after contractor's work hours.

            - Meteorological Conditions - Conducted after storms, high winds, hurricanes, tornados, etc..

            - Aircraft Incident - Immediately after any incident involving aircraft.

            c. Periodic Inspections - The following categories will be inspected on a periodic basis in order to insure safe operations at Pago Pago International Airport to protect property and lives. These inspections will be done by the Airport Manager.

            - Fuel Farm/Storage Area - will be inspected quarterly using Fire Safety Inspection form (Exhibit 4-2) for Fuel Farm/Storage Area.

            - Mobile Fuelers - will be inspected quarterly. Fire Safety Inspections - Mobile Fuelers

(Exhibit 4-3) will be used.

4.1.2 Other Requirements

            Any directive, order or published Advisory Circular (AC) issued by the FAA that addresses airport safety will be considered by the Pago Pago International Airport management. Clarification, interpretation and instructional direc~ tions of any directive, order or AC, that require changes to this ACS and/or the procedures presented herein, will be handled by the FAA Regional Office and the Airport Certification Inspectors.

4.1.3 Recordkeeping

            Inspection records from daily, unusual conditions and post-aircraft incident, as well as the periodic inspections described above, will be maintained on file for no less than 6 months after the inspection date at the Airport Manager's Office and will be made available for inspection by FAA on request.

4.2 CORRECTIVE ACTION

            Pago Pago International Airport maintains both qualified staff and equipment to maintain and/or promptly repair:

            - Runway, taxiway, loading ramp, and parking area on the airport that is available for air carrier aircraft.

            - Runway and taxiway safety are to the extent practicable.

            - Runway and taxiway marking and lighting. Firefighting equipment to the minimum required to appropriately serve the largest scheduled air carrier aircraft operating at this airport.

            - Traffic and wind direction indicators at this airport.

4.3 RESPONSIBILITIES

            The Airport Manager, is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Pago Pago International Airport. These duties, which include managerial elements as required in maintaining this airport's operating certificate under Part 139 specifically include, but are not limited to:

            a. Maintaining the ACS and records required for inspection by the FAA upon request.

            b. Developing operational procedures for inspecting, maintaining and repairing the airport to the degree necessary to ensure safe aircraft operations by air carrier aircraft.

            c. Provide the necessary training and additional instructions on how, what and when to perform their duties as assigned.

In the absence of the Airport Manager, the line of succession is automatically vested with the same authority to the Assistant Manager, as shown on Exhibit 2-2 Organizational Chart.

4.4 UTILITIES INTERRUPTIONS

            All plans and specifications dealing with construction at Pago Pago International Airport, must provide the contractor with as-built utility drawings for airport owned, public owned and FAA owned utilities.

            The plans and specifications are developed by the Department of Public Works. Preconstruction meetings are held with the contractor, in which further instructions are given concerning utility interruptions. The Airport Manager conducts these pre-construction meetings to emphasize the requirements as they relate to FAR Part 139.