The general design objectives includes;
1. Development and sizing to accomplish the stated mission of the airport within the parameters defined in the master plan.
2. Capability to meet the demands for the medium- and long run time frames.
3. Functional, practical, and financial feasibility.
4. Maximize the use of existing facilities.
5. Achievement of a balanced flow between access, terminal, and airfield facilities during the peak hour.
6. Consideration of environmental sensitivity.
7. Maintenance of the flexibility to meet future requirements beyond the current planning horizon.
8. Capability to anticipate and implement significant improvements in aviation technology.
Specific design objectives are derived from these general objectives and includes the needs of the various categories of airport users. They include;
1. Passenger objectives a. Responsiveness to the needs of the people relative to convenience, comfort, and personal requirements.
b. Provision of effective passenger access orientation through concise, comprehensive directional graphics.
c. Separation of enplaning and deplaning roadways and curb fronts to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
d. Provision of convenient access to public and employee parking facilities, rental car areas, ancillary facilities, and other on-site facilities.
2. Airline objectives a. Accommodation of existing and future aircraft fleets with maximum operational efficiency.
b. Provision of direct and efficient means of passenger and baggage flow for all passengers, including domestic and international originating, terminating, and transfer passengers.
c. Provision for economic, efficient, and effective security.
d. Provision of facilities which will embrace the latest energy conservation measures.
3. Airport management objectives. a. Maintenance of the existing terminal operation, access system, runway system, and ancillary facilities during all stages of construction.
b. Provision of facilities which generate maximum revenues from concessionaires and other sources.
c. Provision of facilities which minimize maintenance and operating expenses.
4. Community objectives a. Render a unique and appropriate expression and impression of the community.
b. Provision of harmony with the existing architectural elements of the total terminal complex.
c. Coordination with the existing and planned off-airport highway system.