| JACKSONVILLE, November 19, 2007 – The Jacksonville Aviation Authority prepares for a busy Thanksgiving holiday by preparing to open the Economy Lot 3 at Jacksonville International Airport. Travelers should arrive at least two hours before their flight. Travelers should allow additional time to locate parking since the first parking choice may not be available. Travelers are advised to give themselves as much time as possible. JAA anticipates that Economy Lots 1 and 2 ($6.00 per day, including tax) will fill quickly, creating the need for opening the Economy Lot 3. The Economy Lot 3, when opened, will operate on an as-needed, first-come-first serve basis, and may close without notice. Free shuttle service is available during the time the lot is open. The flat $25.00 fee, payable with cash or credit card upon entry, will enable customers to park until Friday, November 30, at which time vehicles will be towed at owner’s expense. Those customers who do not wish to pre-pay to use the Economy Lot 3 will be directed to other parking facilities. No other parking rate discounts are offered. Other parking options include the Daily Surface Lot ($10.00 per day), Daily Garage ($12.00 per day) or the Hourly Garage ($16.00 per day). All prices include tax. Travelers who meet and greet their families/friends should use the hourly garage, if available. Another option is to wait in the free courtesy waiting lot, located next to the JAA’s administration building until family/friends arrive. Travelers can also take advantage of the credit card “in-and-out” system available in all the parking facilities. This system allows customers to use a major credit card to access any of the airport’s parking lots instead of pulling a parking ticket. The time and date of entry is recorded without placing any payment on the card until the customer exits the facility. Upon departing the parking lot, the customer inserts the same credit card twice at the exit gate and receives a receipt. For more information about the parking options at JIA, please contact the parking office at (904) 741.2277, visit the website at www.jaa.aero/ti/parking or visit www.jax511.com for updates. |