CRW to host TSA PreCheck Enrollment Event in April

Mar 22, 2023

West Virginia Residents will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) popular TSA PreCheck® program at West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) from April 17 to 21, where officials will host a “pop-up” enrollment center inside the airport terminal in baggage claim. 

TSA PreCheck is a valuable travel option that expedites the airport security checkpoint screening process. It allows passengers to leave on their shoes, light outerwear, and belt, keep their laptop in its case, and their 3-1-1 compliant liquids/gels bag in a carry-on in select TSA airport checkpoint screening lanes. More than 200 airports participate in TSA PreCheck nationwide, and more than 85 airlines participate in the program.

Travelers must make an appointment online (appointments are being taken now) to complete their enrollment in person or as a walk-in from Monday, April 17, through Friday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Those who have pre-booked appointments will have priority over walk-ins.

To pre-register, applicants need to complete the pre-enrollment steps and then will use the location “Charleston, WV”  to select the enrollment site for “Pop-Up CRW.” Next, applicants can schedule an appointment using the drop-down menu. The drop-down menu will show the first available time available, but individuals can choose a different date and time using that drop-down menu.

Applicants must bring documentation proving their identity and citizenship status. Visit the Universal Enroll website for a list of required documents.

The application fee is $78 and is good for five years. It must be paid at the time of your appointment by credit card, money order, company check, or certified/cashier’s check. Cash and personal checks are not accepted. Fingerprints and a photograph also are required during the in-person enrollment session.

After completing enrollment, successful applicants will receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN) via U.S. mail within about ten days, valid for five years. However, many individuals are approved several days after completing the in-person appointment, so you are encouraged to check your status online.

When booking future airline reservations, you will enter the provided KTN in the “Known Traveler Number” field. The KTN can be added when booking reservations online on a participating airline website, via a call to the airline reservation center, or with the travel management company making reservations. Additionally, the KTN can be entered in participating airline frequent flyer profiles, where it will be stored for future reservations.

CRW CEO Named Top 40 Under 40 For 2022

Dec 13, 2022

CRW Airport Director and CEO Dominique Ranieri has been named one of the aviation industry’s Top 40 under 40 leaders by Airport Business. The Top 40 Under 40 showcases the top talent and leading thinkers in the aviation industry who are driving success and innovations for the future.

In 2015 at the age of 24, Dominique Ranieri represented the Central West Virginia Regional Airport Authority in litigation. She began working for the Airport Authority in 2017, starting as the Airport’s Director of Marketing & Air Service Development and working her way up to the CEO role. Her hard work has led to many additions (and schedule adjustments) to service at CRW Airport—notably, service from CRW to Orlando International Airport (MCO) on low-cost carrier, Spirit Airlines.

Before being named CEO, Ranieri served as Assistant Airport Director for nearly two years. Her appointment to her current position was made official in September 2022. She is the first woman to lead West Virginia International Yeager Airport.

CRW airport is proud of Director Ranieri’s industry-advancing contributions and greatly appreciates her dedication to the CRW team and our passengers. Congratulations to Dominique and each of the 2022 winners!

CWVRAA Accepts Two Grants From The Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities

Dec 7, 2022

Today during a special Central West Virginia Airport Authority meeting, board members voted to accept two grants from the WVDOT Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities.

In March 2022, the West Virginia Legislature disbanded the former West Virginia Aeronautics Commission, State Rail Authority, Division of Public Transit and Public Port Authority and reestablished their missions under the umbrella of the Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities.

“We so appreciate the Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities for their efforts to prioritize funding for airport projects in our State,” CRW Airport Director and CEO Dominique Ranieri said. “This match funding helps West Virginia’s airports bring in as much Federal funding as possible to maintain and improve our aviation infrastructure.”

The first grant of $646,702 provides the 5% match for CRW’s Runway Rehabilitation Phase III project.

In June of 2022, West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) received an Airport Improvement Program grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for $12,394,048 that funded the final phase of the Runway Rehabilitation project. The project was a comprehensive upgrade that provided a 2-inch asphalt overlay of the runway. This project also included rehabilitating the runway lighting system, installing energy-efficient LED runway edge lights, electrical conductors, and runway exit sign modifications.

In a second vote, the CWVRAA board formally accepted $58,003 from the Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities. The 5% matching funds will be used to complete Phase 2 of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed airfield, safety, and terminal improvement project.

The purpose of the EIS is to evaluate the potential environmental effects of the project as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The proposed project being studied would establish standard 1,000-foot-long by 500-foot-wide runway safety areas at both ends of the runway to meet the takeoff runway length needs of the existing and forecast future aircraft fleet mix at CRW.

Additionally, Phase 2 of the proposed project proposes a further shift and extension of Runway 5-23 to provide an 8,000-foot runway, relocation of the remaining portions of Taxiway A that do not meet FAA design standards, development of an additional gate at the terminal facility, and the potential relocation of the existing Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).

“The Division of Multimodal Transportation is excited to be able to provide matching funds for these worthwhile expansion projects at the CRW Airport,” WV Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities Commissioner Cindy Butler said. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with CRW for many years to come.”

West Virginia International Yeager Airport Adds to Executive Leadership Team

Dec 7, 2022

West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) welcomes two new members to its Executive Leadership team. Lawrence (L.J.) Marciano joins as the Airport’s Chief Operating Officer and Assistant Director, and Andrew Gunnoe as the Airport’s Chief Development Officer.

“We have an incredible team at CRW who work very hard to ensure that CRW remains a world-class Airport for the State of West Virginia. We are thrilled to add the talents of L.J. and Andrew to our team, and I know they will make an immediate impact on our future success,” said Airport Director and CEO Dominique Ranieri.

Lawrence (L.J.) Marciano, Chief Operating Officer & Assistant Director

L.J. will oversee the teams running Airport Operations, Maintenance, and Capital Jet Center. He will also assist with air service development and long-term planning.

He brings over 25 years of aviation industry experience in airline affairs and airport consulting to this role. He has held various senior leadership roles at legacy and low-cost carriers, with expertise in revenue management, operations, supply chain management, and airport affairs. He previously served as the Associate Vice President of Business & Finance at Landrum & Brown, Inc, a global aviation consulting firm. He was responsible for Business Services and Planning client consulting.

Marciano is a University of Rochester graduate and holds a Master’s Degree from the William E. Simon Graduate School of Business Administration.

“I am excited for the opportunity to fill the role of COO & Assistant Director at West Virginia International Yeager Airport,” said Mr. Marciano. “I am thrilled to be a part of the airport’s continued success and know that we will be able to continue to build upon the outstanding work that has already occurred and continue to grow CRW in the future.”

Andrew Gunnoe, Chief Development Officer

Andrew Gunnoe spent the prior nine years as the Deputy County Manager, Assistant County Attorney, and Fiduciary Supervisor for the Kanawha County Commission.  During his time with the Commission, Gunnoe worked on all aspects of County Government, including the redevelopment of Shawnee Park into the Shawnee Sports Complex and, more recently, the County’s $34 million American Rescue Plan Act grant program.

Gunnoe is a West Virginia University College of Law graduate and holds a Master’s Degree from the West Virginia College of Business & Economics.  Gunnoe is also an American Planning Association Certified Planner (AICP).  The AICP certification is the only nationwide, independent verification of planning professional’s skills and qualifications.

“Andrew will be an invaluable asset to the Airport,” said Ranieri. Gunnoe will assist with managing the many ongoing projects at CRW, grant sourcing, business development, and government affairs.

“I am thrilled about this opportunity and would like to thank Director Ranieri and the Central West Virginia Regional Airport Authority Board for allowing me to join the amazing team at CRW,” said Andrew Gunnoe. “I must specifically thank and recognize the Kanawha County Commission – President Kent Carper, Commissioner Ben Salango, Commissioner Lance Wheeler, and County Manager Jennifer Herrald for the incredible opportunity to be involved in Kanawha County government for so many years.”