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The boom in tourism on Koh Tao started in the 1980s, but the island only really became a popular destination for divers in the 1990s. In the beginning, mainly adventurous travelers and diving enthusiasts went to Koh Tao because of the beautiful underwater world and the relaxed island life. Over the years, tourism on Koh Tao has grown steadily, and the island now has a reputation as one of the top diving destinations in the world. In the 1980s, Koh Tao was not so easily accessible. But an unexpected itinerary emerged that was both adventurous and scenic. Koh Tao could only be reached via Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. The road to Koh Tao first led to bustling Koh Samui. Travelers embarked on a lively mix of tourists, locals and adventurers. The old wooden boats, which once served as fishing vessels, had been converted into small passenger ships that sailed between the islands. From Koh Samui the boat sailed to Koh Phangan, an island that was already known for its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful beaches. Along the way, travelers were greeted by the glittering sea and endless horizon, while the sunset created a magical spectacle over the sea. Arriving on Koh Phangan, where the beaches were still pristine and the coconut trees swayed gently in the sea breeze, travelers transferred to another converted fishing boat. These boats became the charming means of ferrying between the islands, with a quirky characteristic that made the journey unique. Finally, travelers arrived on the paradise of Koh Tao. The island was not yet as developed as it is today, but it exuded an untouched beauty with its crystal clear waters and lush coral reefs. While this route may now be considered nostalgic, it is a reminder of a time when the islands were not as connected by modern ferry services. It was a time when traveling to Koh Tao was an adventurous expedition where the converted fishing boats were the heroes of this scenic journey across the Gulf of Thailand.

Long ago, about thirty-five years ago, the journey to Koh Tao from Chumphon was an adventure in itself. At that time, when the Internet was not yet widespread and information was scarce, planning a boat trip to the islands was an uncertain undertaking. In those days the usual procedure was to go to any pier and see if there was a fishing boat available to sail to Koh Tao. The process was purely on spec, and there were no guarantees. The weather played a crucial role, and when the waves were too high, the boats refused to sail. Over time, travel options evolved with the introduction of speedboats, which significantly sped up the crossing to the island. Despite their speed, however, these boats also brought challenges. The sea skills of the speedboats sometimes left much to be desired, causing passengers to bounce over the waves and become seasick. Fortunately, with advances in transportation technology and the rise of advanced ferry services, the travel experience has improved significantly. Nowadays Lomprayah High-Speed Ferries offers the possibility to reserve seats online on comfortable catamarans. The extra-long pier is designed to accommodate the catamaran at low tide, when the water is too shallow.

De opkomst van toerisme op Koh Tao begon in de jaren '80, maar het eiland werd pas echt een populaire bestemming voor duikers in de jaren '90. In de jaren '80 was Koh Tao niet zo makkelijk toegankelijk. Maar er ontstond een onverwachte reisroute die zowel avontuurlijk als schilderachtig was. Koh Tao was alleen te bereiken via Koh Samui en Koh Phangan. De weg naar Koh Tao leidde eerst naar het bruisende Koh Samui. Reizigers scheepten in op een levendige mix van toeristen, locals en avonturiers. De oude houten boten, die ooit dienst deden als vissersschepen, waren omgebouwd tot kleine passagiersschepen die tussen de eilanden voeren. Vanaf Koh Samui voer de boot naar Koh Phangan, een eiland dat destijds al bekend was om zijn relaxte sfeer en prachtige stranden. Aangekomen op Koh Phangan stapten reizigers over naar een andere omgebouwde vissersboot. Uiteindelijk arriveerden reizigers op het paradijselijke Koh Tao. Het eiland was toen nog niet zo ontwikkeld als tegenwoordig, maar het straalde een ongerepte schoonheid uit met zijn kristalheldere wateren en weelderige koraalriffen. Hoewel deze route nu misschien als nostalgisch wordt beschouwd, herinnert ze aan een tijd waarin de eilanden nog niet zo verbonden waren door moderne veerdiensten. Het was een tijd waarin reizen naar Koh Tao een avontuurlijke expeditie was waar de omgebouwde vissersboten de helden waren van deze schilderachtige reis over de Golf van Thailand. In de jaren '90 ontstond ook een andere route direct vanaf Chumphon, het vaste land. In die tijd, waarin het internet nog niet wijdverspreid was en informatie schaars, was het plannen van een boottocht naar de koh Tao een onzekere onderneming. In die dagen was de gebruikelijke gang van zaken om naar een willekeurige pier te gaan en te kijken of er een vissersboot beschikbaar was om naar Koh Tao te varen. Het proces was puur op de bonnefooi, en er waren geen garanties. Het weer speelde een cruciale rol, en als de golven te hoog waren, weigerden de boten uit te varen. Na verloop van tijd evolueerde de reismogelijkheid met de introductie van speedboten, waardoor de overtocht naar het eiland aanzienlijk versnelde. Ondanks de snelheid brachten deze boten echter ook uitdagingen met zich mee. De zeewaardigheid van de speedboten liet soms te wensen over, waardoor passagiers over de golven stuiterden en zeeziek werden. Gelukkig, met de vooruitgang in transporttechnologie en de opkomst van geavanceerde veerdiensten, is de reiservaring aanzienlijk verbeterd. Tegenwoordig biedt Lomprayah High-Speed Ferries de mogelijkheid om online stoelen te reserveren op comfortabele catamarans. De extra lange pier is ontworpen om de catamaran bij eb te accommoderen, wanneer het water te ondiep is.

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The boom in tourism on Koh Tao started in the 1980s, but the island only really became a popular destination for divers in the 1990s. In the beginning, mainly adventurous travelers and diving enthusiasts went to Koh Tao because of the beautiful underwater world and the relaxed island life. Over the years, tourism on Koh Tao has grown steadily, and the island now has a reputation as one of the top diving destinations in the world. In the 1980s, Koh Tao was not so easily accessible. But an unexpected itinerary emerged that was both adventurous and scenic. Koh Tao could only be reached via Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. The road to Koh Tao first led to bustling Koh Samui. Travelers embarked on a lively mix of tourists, locals and adventurers. The old wooden boats, which once served as fishing vessels, had been converted into small passenger ships that sailed between the islands. From Koh Samui the boat sailed to Koh Phangan, an island that was already known for its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful beaches. Along the way, travelers were greeted by the glittering sea and endless horizon, while the sunset created a magical spectacle over the sea. Arriving on Koh Phangan, where the beaches were still pristine and the coconut trees swayed gently in the sea breeze, travelers transferred to another converted fishing boat. These boats became the charming means of ferrying between the islands, with a quirky characteristic that made the journey unique. Finally, travelers arrived on the paradise of Koh Tao. The island was not yet as developed as it is today, but it exuded an untouched beauty with its crystal clear waters and lush coral reefs. While this route may now be considered nostalgic, it is a reminder of a time when the islands were not as connected by modern ferry services. It was a time when traveling to Koh Tao was an adventurous expedition where the converted fishing boats were the heroes of this scenic journey across the Gulf of Thailand.

Long ago, about thirty-five years ago, the journey to Koh Tao from Chumphon was an adventure in itself. At that time, when the Internet was not yet widespread and information was scarce, planning a boat trip to the islands was an uncertain undertaking. In those days the usual procedure was to go to any pier and see if there was a fishing boat available to sail to Koh Tao. The process was purely on spec, and there were no guarantees. The weather played a crucial role, and when the waves were too high, the boats refused to sail. Over time, travel options evolved with the introduction of speedboats, which significantly sped up the crossing to the island. Despite their speed, however, these boats also brought challenges. The sea skills of the speedboats sometimes left much to be desired, causing passengers to bounce over the waves and become seasick. Fortunately, with advances in transportation technology and the rise of advanced ferry services, the travel experience has improved significantly. Nowadays Lomprayah High-Speed Ferries offers the possibility to reserve seats online on comfortable catamarans. The extra-long pier is designed to accommodate the catamaran at low tide, when the water is too shallow.

De opkomst van toerisme op Koh Tao begon in de jaren '80, maar het eiland werd pas echt een populaire bestemming voor duikers in de jaren '90. In de jaren '80 was Koh Tao niet zo makkelijk toegankelijk. Maar er ontstond een onverwachte reisroute die zowel avontuurlijk als schilderachtig was. Koh Tao was alleen te bereiken via Koh Samui en Koh Phangan. De weg naar Koh Tao leidde eerst naar het bruisende Koh Samui. Reizigers scheepten in op een levendige mix van toeristen, locals en avonturiers. De oude houten boten, die ooit dienst deden als vissersschepen, waren omgebouwd tot kleine passagiersschepen die tussen de eilanden voeren. Vanaf Koh Samui voer de boot naar Koh Phangan, een eiland dat destijds al bekend was om zijn relaxte sfeer en prachtige stranden. Aangekomen op Koh Phangan stapten reizigers over naar een andere omgebouwde vissersboot. Uiteindelijk arriveerden reizigers op het paradijselijke Koh Tao. Het eiland was toen nog niet zo ontwikkeld als tegenwoordig, maar het straalde een ongerepte schoonheid uit met zijn kristalheldere wateren en weelderige koraalriffen. Hoewel deze route nu misschien als nostalgisch wordt beschouwd, herinnert ze aan een tijd waarin de eilanden nog niet zo verbonden waren door moderne veerdiensten. Het was een tijd waarin reizen naar Koh Tao een avontuurlijke expeditie was waar de omgebouwde vissersboten de helden waren van deze schilderachtige reis over de Golf van Thailand. In de jaren '90 ontstond ook een andere route direct vanaf Chumphon, het vaste land. In die tijd, waarin het internet nog niet wijdverspreid was en informatie schaars, was het plannen van een boottocht naar de koh Tao een onzekere onderneming. In die dagen was de gebruikelijke gang van zaken om naar een willekeurige pier te gaan en te kijken of er een vissersboot beschikbaar was om naar Koh Tao te varen. Het proces was puur op de bonnefooi, en er waren geen garanties. Het weer speelde een cruciale rol, en als de golven te hoog waren, weigerden de boten uit te varen. Na verloop van tijd evolueerde de reismogelijkheid met de introductie van speedboten, waardoor de overtocht naar het eiland aanzienlijk versnelde. Ondanks de snelheid brachten deze boten echter ook uitdagingen met zich mee. De zeewaardigheid van de speedboten liet soms te wensen over, waardoor passagiers over de golven stuiterden en zeeziek werden. Gelukkig, met de vooruitgang in transporttechnologie en de opkomst van geavanceerde veerdiensten, is de reiservaring aanzienlijk verbeterd. Tegenwoordig biedt Lomprayah High-Speed Ferries de mogelijkheid om online stoelen te reserveren op comfortabele catamarans. De extra lange pier is ontworpen om de catamaran bij eb te accommoderen, wanneer het water te ondiep is.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

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4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

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3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

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4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

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4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

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4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

4 May 2019. A panel of representatives from across Asia and the Pacific outline key new initiatives and the need for sustainable infrastructure and appropriate financing.

The event was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Learn more about the event.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

3 May 2019 - Discussions focused on solutions for urban development that help optimize urban planning, infrastructure development, and management of urban services. ADB Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Bambang Susantono discussed examples from around the world that could be replicated in Asia and the Pacific. The seminar was held during the 52nd Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and the list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

2 May 2019 - Representatives of Pacific island countries discuss how new technologies can help attract private investment for infrastructure projects in the region.

“Pacific Priorities” was co-sponsored by the US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. The roundtable discussion was held to encourage open dialogue between the governments of Pacific island countries and the Australian and American private sectors.

Visit the event page for more information on this event and its list of speakers.

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AIRPORT FUNDING: Aviation Industry Changes Affect Airport Development Costs and Financing

Notes: 2012 is the latest full fiscal-year data available in FAA’s CATS database. Terminal Concessions include Retail & Duty Free, Food & Beverage and Terminal Services.

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AIRPORT FUNDING: Aviation Industry Changes Affect Airport Development Costs and Financing

Note: 2010 dollars for fiscal years 2011–2015 costs and 2012 dollars for fiscal years 2013–2015 costs.