September 18, 2001

TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR USERS OF HAWAII AIRPORTS

Increased security at state airports has prompted questions from travelers. Listed below is information you should know before traveling.

• Arrive at least three hours before flight time for both international and domestic flights. Interisland passengers are requested to check in at least 90 minutes prior to their departure. You may encounter long lines at check-in counters and airport screening stations.
• Expect vehicle searches prior to entering the parking lots and parking structures.
• Say your goodbyes to your family and friends at home because only ticketed passengers may go beyond the security checkpoint.
• Drivers may drop off and pick-up passengers curbside but may not linger or leave the vehicle. All unattended vehicles will be cited and towed.
• Passengers should proceed directly to check-in counters. Curbside and kiosk check-in have been discontinued. The Aloha Airlines fourth-floor parking lot drive-through check-in at HIA has been discontinued.
• At the check-in counter, all passengers will undergo security questioning. Passengers must provide a photo ID such as a driver’s license, passport, or government-issued identification.
• If traveling with an e-ticket, you must produce a copy of your e-ticket receipt when you check in. You must also present the credit card you used to buy the e-ticket at check in.
• If you are traveling on an Aloha or Hawaiian airlines coupon, the coupon must be completely filled out. If you have luggage, you must check in at the ticket counter and have your coupon validated. If you do not have luggage, you may proceed to the security screening station and an individual from the airline will validate ticketed passengers and facilitate their entry through the screening point.
• All checked luggage will be searched. The FAA recommends that all luggage be checked and that hand-carried items be kept to a minimum to expedite security processing.
• Only ticketed passengers with boarding passes will be allowed to proceed past airport screeners to catch their flights.
• Do not carry sharp instruments (i.e. letter openers, knives, box cutters, scissors, etc.) In carry on luggage. They will be confiscated at airport screening stations.
• Arriving passengers should contact their driver to pick them up after they have collected all their luggage and are standing at curbside.
• Keep your luggage and carry-on luggage with you at all times.
• Do not accept packages or materials from strangers.
• Report any suspicious activity or unattended bags immediate to security personnel.
• Always reconfirm your flights with your airline before traveling. Flight schedules are changing and it could save you hours of waiting at the airport for your flight.
• Be patient. Traveling has changed. You may experience lines, canceled or delayed flights and additional security. The airport and airlines are working together to make your flight safe, but your cooperation and patience are needed.

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As of Tuesday, September 18, 2001, the listed small airports are open and being utilized by the following operators:

1. Hana - Pacific Wings, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, and Air Maui Helicopter Tours (all FAA FAR part 135 operators).
2. Kapalua - Federal Express (FAA FAR part 121 operator), Pacific Wings (FAA FAR part 135 operator), Paragon Air (FAA FAR part 135 operator), and Maui Air (FAA FAR part 135 operator).
3. Kalaupapa - Pacific Wings, Paragon Air, and Molokai Air shuttle (all FAA FAR part 135 operators).
4. Port Allen - Inter Island Helicopters dba Smoky Mountain Helicopters (FAA FAR part 135 operator).
5. Waimea-Kohala - Pacific Wings and Trans Air (all FAA FAR part 135 operators).

FAA FAR part 91 - general aviation aircraft operations.

FAA FAR part 121 - domestic, flag or supplemental air carrier operations for compensation ( i.e. Aloha, Hawaiian, Island Air, United, Delta, American, Continental, etc.....)

FAA FAR part 129 - foreign air carriers and foreign operators of US registered aircraft engaged in common carriage.

FAA FAR part 133 - rotocraft external load operations (sling loads).

FAA FAR part 135 - commuter or on demand air carrier operations for compensation (Paragon Air, Air Molokai, Kamaka Air, GENAVCO, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, Inter Island Helicopters, Safari Helicopters, Mokulele Flight Service, etc..........).

FAA FAR part 137 - agricultural aircraft operations (crop dusting).

FAA FAR part 141 - flight school (i.e. Above it All, Anderson Aviation, Flight School Hawaii, Moore Air, and Mauna Loa Helicopters).

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Previous Updates

• Airport Update #4 - September 14, 2001, 3 p.m.
• Airport Update #3 - September 13, 2001, 4 p.m.
• Airport Update #2 - September 13, 2001, 10 a.m.
• Airport Update #1 - September 12, 2001
• Director's Transportation Update - September 12, 2001
• Airport Update - September 12, 2001

NOTE: The traveling public is advised to contact the appropriate airline for flight information.

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