Mr Gilley will meet with us, the State and the Feds. We'll let you know when he'll be here so that any of you who are interested can attend. Also, if you have any changes or additions to the paper, please contact Hank Bruckner . While our overriding concern has been, and will remain safety, our mission is to preserve and promote General Aviation. In view of recent leadership changes within the State Department of Transportation and the Airports Division, the G.A.C.H. Board of Directors decided that it was time to develop an updated list of key issues affecting GA in this state and determine where progress can or has been made.
Cost continues to be a major issue.
However, because of the surplus, collection of landing fees has been suspended. Although widespread on the mainland, such use is de facto prohibited in Hawai'i by regulations governing the conveyance of fuel at state airports. General Aviation continues to have to fight for access to state airports. Specifically, both Kapalua West Maui and Princeville airports prohibit GA flight operations, except for certain FAR Part 135 operators. We understand the State chose to continue to honor the prior agreement between Hawaiian Air Lines and the Maui County Council, but believe this issue should be revisited.