This course explores the ethical principles, professional canons, and decision-making responsibilities that guide engineers, architects, and other design professionals in their daily practice. Participants will examine the foundational ethical obligations of the profession and the frameworks used to navigate complex ethical challenges. Through a review of professional standards and decision-making models, attendees will gain practical insight into how ethical principles are applied in real-world situations.   

The program features several actual cases presented to the Board of Ethical Review (BER), highlighting the ethical issues involved, the competing considerations at stake, and the rationale behind each ruling. Through these discussions, participants will develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by design professionals and the standards used to evaluate professional conduct. Using case studies, ethical dilemma models, and industry-specific scenarios, the course equips attendees with the tools to assess complex situations, balance competing obligations, and make sound, defensible decisions that uphold professional integrity and protect the public interest

PRESENTER
• Allison Schneider, CPCU, CRIS, MLIS, Vice President & Shareholder, Holmes Murphy

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:

• Recall the foundational design professional ethics canons and the rules that guide ethical decision-making.
• Explain the various types of ethical decision-making frameworks and how each framework can lead to a different decision. 
• Analyze ethical dilemmas faced by design professionals and how the Board of Ethical Review responded in each scenario. 
• Apply a structured process to identify ethical issues, assess relevant facts and standards, and make defensible professional decisions.

Successful airport pavement design goes beyond simply operating software—it requires a solid understanding of aircraft loading, traffic projections, pavement materials, FAA design criteria, and airfield operations - along with the engineering judgment needed to turn technical data into practical, constructible solutions.   

Through a live demonstration, participants will gain practical insight into developing design assumptions, analyzing critical project inputs, and applying engineering judgment throughout each stage of the pavement design process. Whether you are new to airfield pavement design or looking to expand your technical knowledge, this webinar will deliver practical tools and real-world insights that can be applied directly to future airport projects.  

PRESENTERS
• Genevieve Long, PE, LEED AP, VP/Program Director, Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.
• Abbas Kachwalla, PE PMP, Associate Vice President, AECOM        

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate how aircraft loading, traffic projections, and geotechnical conditions influence pavement design 
• Navigate FAARFIELD and interpret design outputs 
• Apply engineering judgement and FAA standards to real airport pavement projects 
• Identify common design challenges and best practices from industry experience 

Successful airport pavement design goes beyond simply operating software—it requires a solid understanding of aircraft loading, traffic projections, pavement materials, FAA design criteria, and airfield operations - along with the engineering judgment needed to turn technical data into practical, constructible solutions.   

This webinar provides a practical overview of the FAA Airport Improvement (AIP) project eligibility and justification process, featuring perspectives from the Federal Aviation Administration, Airports, and consultants. Participants will gain insight into how eligibility determinations are made, what factors drive project justification, and how funding priorities are established at the Airport District Office and regional levels. The session will also outline key documentation requirements, the importance of project readiness, and strategies for aligning capital improvement programs with AIP funding opportunities.

The panel will discuss common challenges encountered by airports and consultants, clarify frequently misunderstood eligibility issues, and address gray areas such as maintenance versus rehabilitation, project phasing, and mixed eligible and ineligible scope.

PRESENTERS
• Nicholas Makhlouf, P.E., Senior Project Engineer, C&S Engineers, Inc.
• Kay Ryder, AIP Finance Branch Manager, Federal Aviation Administration
• Francois Bijotat, Assistant Director- Planning, Houston Airport System 
• John Putnam, Partner, Kaplan Kirsch, LLP 
        

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:
• Understand AIP Eligibility Fundamentals
• Navigate the Project Justification Process
• Understand the FAA Determination Process
• Recognize Common Eligibility and Justification Pitfalls to Avoid

This Webinar features the fundamentals related to airfield markings, from the engineering perspective. From developing your marking specification in the design stage, to producing a control strip and inspecting during construction, this webinar will highlight the best practices and explain why they're important for you to implement.

Content will focus on how to strengthen specifications (e.g., FAA AC 150/5370-10), material selection and coverage rates, the primary problem with surface preparation, proactive pre-activity meetings, material/equipment submittals, material certifications, equipment calibration and approving control strips, continuous inspection techniques, FAA-tolerance, and retro-reflectance testing.

PRESENTERS
• Luke Letica, E.I., Engineering Associate, Aviation, RS&H
• Mike Speidel, President, Sightline, Inc.         

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify relevant standards related to airfield marking installation.
• Identify approved materials and select appropriate materials based on the needs of the project.
• Explain best practices of making installation from the engineer's perspective.
• Describe inspection methods and tools and how to use them from a QA/QC perspective.

This webinar will provide airport consultants with a focused overview of the key funding mechanisms shaping the future of airport development. After a short introduction to the topics, attendees will gain practical insights into alternate federal programs—such as those offered by the Departments of Commerce and Agriculture—along with local funding sources, bonds, and private equity/debt. The session will cover how to navigate eligibility requirements, align project scopes with FAA guidelines, and support clients in maximizing available funding, as well as explore the structure and strategic use of airport and municipal bonds to support long-term capital planning goals.

The program will also introduce the fundamentals of private funding and finance, including when P3 models are appropriate, how to structure agreements that balance public and private interests, and how to guide clients through risk allocation and stakeholder engagement. A panel discussion will follow the introductory overview, featuring real-world examples and case studies that illustrate how these funding tools can be integrated into project delivery strategies to enhance the value consultants provide to their airport clients.

PRESENTERS

• Elliott Black, Director of Finance, Lansing Airport
• Sharon Sarmiento, Senior Vice President, Unison Consulting                     
• Louis Wolinetz, Vice President, WSP

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:
• Understand core airport funding mechanisms including alternate federal programs (Commerce, Agriculture), local funding options, bonds, and private equity/debt.
• Learn how to evaluate funding eligibility and align project scopes with FAA guidelines to support clients in accessing available resources.
• Gain foundational knowledge of airport and municipal bonds and how they support long-term capital planning.
• Develop a basic understanding of private financing and P3 models, including when they are appropriate and how to structure balanced agreements.
• Build the ability to guide clients through risk allocation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic funding decisions.
• Analyze real-world case studies illustrating how multiple funding tools can be integrated into project delivery strategies.

The AIP 101 webinar will provide an overview of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Participants will learn about the purpose and structure of AIP, including how it supports the development and maintenance of a safe, efficient, and modern airport system. The session will cover key concepts such as entitlement and discretionary funding, project eligibility, and the legislative background that governs the program. 

The webinar will also cover the AIP grant process—from planning and pre-application to award, compliance, and project close-out. It outlines FAA requirements related to environmental review, eligible costs, and post-award responsibilities, including grant assurances and reporting obligations. Designed for airport sponsors, consultants, and local government stakeholders, this session will equip attendees with the essential knowledge to engage effectively in the AIP process and avoid common pitfalls.  

PRESENTERS

• Katie DeChambeau, E.I., Project Engineer, Ardurra Group Inc. (Moderator)

• Kristen Morris, P.E., Project Manager, Ardurra Group, Inc.

• Kelvin L. Solco, P.E., MBA, President, The Solco Group, LLC

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:

• Define the purpose and scope of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program and identify key funding types with the AIP program. 

• Explain the criteria for project eligibility and describe the steps involved with the AIP grant process. 

• Summarize major compliance requirements for AIP grants and recognize common pitfalls and audit findings related to AIP-funded projects. 

• Locate essential FAA resources and guidance documents for AIP participation. 

Annually the FAA awards over $2.5B in pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction projects.  When planning and programming future grants a critical decision the Airport Sponsor must make is whether to rehabilitate or reconstruct a pavement.  While the grant planning process often starts with prediction of the future pavement condition using the airport’s Pavement Management Program (PMP), the final decision on whether a project should rehabilitate or reconstruct a pavement requires the analysis of many factors.  Airport Sponsors, Consultants and the FAA must work together to evaluate all factors and make a final determination on the grant type, often with minimal engineering analysis.  Once the grant is programmed as rehabilitation or reconstruction it is very difficult to re-program and may result in an airport losing grant funding.  The webinar will include speakers from the FAA, airport planning staff and consultants to provide an overview of some of the policy, FAA standards, engineering, and operational analyses required to decide whether a project should rehabilitate or reconstruction a pavement.  Using case studies and real-world examples the presenters will provide attendees with a better understanding of the complexities of analyzing the complex requirements of determining the project type, FAA policies and standards regarding selection of rehabilitation or reconstruction, and how each member of the team plays a part in the final decision on whether a grant will be programmed to rehabilitate or reconstruct a pavement facility.

PRESENTERS

• Marlon Montoya, P.E., Sr. Airport Electrical Engineer, Mead & Hunt (Moderator)

• Chad Mathes, P.E., Principal Airfield Engineer, RS&H

• Harold Honey, P.E., PMP, Senior Airfield Pavement Engineer, FAA • Robbie Terrell, CM, Planning Manager, DFW International Airport

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:

• Summarize FAA guidance that establishes standards and policy required to be met to qualify for grant eligibility for rehabilitation or reconstruction

• Highlight key requirements that must be met for a FAA grant eligibility and describe factors that may require approval of modifications to FAA standards

• Understand the process used to validate the technical approach to a rehabilitation project

• Gain insight into the long-term planning efforts undertaken by large airports to manage pavement assets.

• Consider operational Impacts / project phasing for each type of project

• Understand pavement assessments and how it relates to Capital Improvement Program

Airport water management is different from airport drainage and is also different from water management and drainage requirements on other project types. An airport master drainage plan can help assure that the drainage system does not constrain future airport development that is reasonably expected as part of the airport’s master plan. It can also identify elements in a master plan that may be significantly impacted by drainage or water management requirements. The master drainage plan can provide design criteria for individual airport projects and can provide for more effective permitting activities with jurisdictional regulatory bodies. The program provides an overview of some of the tools and resources available for airport water quality and quantity planning, design, and permitting. This webinar starts with a case study of a master drainage plan for one of the fastest growing commercial service airport in the United States. Following the first case study, the differences between airport water management and other developments and how that information is used in master drainage plans for water quality and quantity will be reviewed. The webinar suggests some ways those differences can be used to resolve regulatory conflicts. A generic outline of the professional services scope and contents of an airport master drainage plan will be presented. The webinar will conclude with a case study discussing when stormwater isn’t just rainwater and how a stormwater system performed during a natural disaster (Hurricane Ian). The impacts on airport recovery and resiliency are discussed.

PRESENTERS

• Sarah Thomas, C.M., Vice President Strategic Planning and Project Coordination, EG Solutions, Inc. (Moderator)
• Scott T. Brady, P.E., Senior Consultant, EG Solutions, Inc.
• Kent D. Bontrager, A.A.E, P.E., Senior Vice President, Engineering, Planning, & Facilities, Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority
• Miguel Carballo, MBA, CFM, FMP, SFP, CPM, CSM, Director of Planning and Development

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this ACC webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify the benefits to airport safety and permitting a master drainage plan offers.
• Identify elements a master drainage plan should or must include for regulatory compliance.
• Identify some of the differences between airport water quality and quantity and other land use/project types.
• Understand the importance of airport drainage systems to airport resiliency.