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and focus heavily on workforce development, as well as research and development related to
beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations and advanced air mobility technologies. He
stated that in anticipation of a positive outcome, preliminary planning is already underway to
organize a presentation for the Commission that would outline timelines and immediate next
steps associated with the proposed initiative.
EVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). Mr. Morello reported that the FAA’s eVTOL
Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) competition has involved the airport as part of a successful
multi-state proposal led by Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation. Mr. Morello reported
that the Commonwealth is eager to play an active role in research, development, and policy
guidance efforts associated with the program and that he is grateful that DOAV has ensured the
airport’s participation. He stated that key representatives would continue to engage as more
details about roles and responsibilities became available. Mr. Morello reported that the program
would involve collaboration among multiple public and private aviation stakeholders in Virginia
and across participating states. Mr. Scott Denny added that the Commonwealth of Virginia was
involved with two eIPP applications, one standalone and one multistate, and that the eIPP
Multistate Collaborative has grown to 37 states and aims to harmonize national and state policy
for advanced air mobility systems. Mr. Denny reported that the Collaborative focuses on
integrating both small, drone-type and large, cargo and passenger aircraft, with the eIPP
specifically emphasizing larger vehicles. He stated that the standalone application, developed in
partnership with Virginia Tech’s Smart Airspace Project, focused on creating instrument
approach procedures to enable advanced aircraft to operate in all weather conditions. Mr. Denny
reported that although the standalone application was not selected, the FAA expressed strong
interest in the data and the project continuing with state funding. He said that the multistate effort
was selected, and that Newport News/Williamsburg Airport will play a key role. In addition,
planned test flights expected to begin within the next six to eight months, in coordination with
FAA and industry partners such as Electra Aircraft, will include flights directly from PHF to
points in Northern Virginia.
Committee Reports:
Finance & Audit Committee. Commissioner Joseph reported that the Finance and Audit
Committee meeting was routine in nature. He stated that the committee discussed various
revenue and expense opportunities, as well as potential financial risks. Commissioner Joseph
reported that the group also considered strategies for continuing to move forward effectively.
Facilities Committee. Mr. Morello stated that there is no committee report, but that Mr. Borden
will provide updates on current projects.
Terminal Roof Replacement. Mr. Borden stated that the terminal roof replacement is still
underway and going well.
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