What is the third NPIAS Level of Need?

What is the third NPIAS Level of Need?

• A. Maintain System
• B. Bring system to standards
• C. Expand System
• D. Economic feasibility study

Answer: (C)

In NPIAS, Levels of Need describe stages of investment priorities for the airport system. After ensuring the existing facilities are kept safe and reliable (maintenance) and after bringing all airports up to current standards, the next priority is to expand the system to handle anticipated growth. Expanding the system means adding capacity—new or upgraded runways, terminals, access infrastructure, and related facilities—to meet projected demand and improve overall efficiency. That’s why expanding the system is the third Level of Need. The option economic feasibility study refers to an analysis used during planning, not a predefined level of need, so it doesn’t fit as a Level of Need.

In NPIAS, Levels of Need describe stages of investment priorities for the airport system. After ensuring the existing facilities are kept safe and reliable (maintenance) and after bringing all airports up to current standards, the next priority is to expand the system to handle anticipated growth. Expanding the system means adding capacity—new or upgraded runways, terminals, access infrastructure, and related facilities—to meet projected demand and improve overall efficiency. That’s why expanding the system is the third Level of Need.

The option economic feasibility study refers to an analysis used during planning, not a predefined level of need, so it doesn’t fit as a Level of Need.