DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: April 14, 2009           FOR RELEASE UPON RECEIPT

Keep It Covered At Tucson Airport
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      The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) announced today it has lowered this year’s summer rates for both covered parking lots at Tucson International Airport (TIA).

      “It’s one small way we can thank our loyal customers for supporting our airport and Tucson Airport Authority parking lots,” explained TAA President/CEO Bonnie Allin. “We know these are tough economic times and we want to give people a break.”

      Rates for Economy covered parking will remain $6 per day. Typically the rate is $8 from April through September.

      The Authority also announced rates for the parking garage next to the terminal will be $11 this year rather than $13 per day, the previous summer rate.

      “We think airport visitors will find TAA parking lots easier to use and more convenient than ever,” continued Ms. Allin. “EasyPay automated payment stations make it possible to pay on foot or at special automated exit lanes using credit or debit cards. Improved entrance roadway signs feature LED message boards listing parking availability and rates.”

     Tucson Airport Authority operates six parking lots at Tucson International Airport. They include:

     . Hourly. In front of the terminal. 447 Spaces. Rates are $1 per ½ hour, $12/day.
     . Daily. In front of the terminal. 918 Spaces. Rates are $1 per ½ hour for first hour then $1.50/hour, $9/day.
     . Economy. Tucson Blvd. & Corona. 5,342 Spaces. Rates are $4/day.
     . Economy Covered. 303 Spaces. $6/day.
     . Garage. Second level of the Rental Car Parking Garage adjacent to the terminal, 605 Spaces.
          Rates are $3/hour, $11/day.
     . Cell Phone Waiting. On Airport Drive, just west of the entrance to the terminal. Free for people waiting
          to pick up arriving passengers.

     All Tucson Airport Authority parking lots accept American Express, as well as MasterCard and Visa, credit cards.

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