ION 59th Annual Meeting & CIGTF Guidance Test Symposium
Hyatt Regency Hotel - Albuquerque, New Mexico
June 23-25, 2003

Technical Sessions

Special Events & Tourist Information

Accommodations

Transportation

Online Registration

Technical Sessions

Monday
Morning

9:30 a.m. - noon
Monday
Afternoon

2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. - noon
Tuesday
Afternoon

2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. - noon
Wednesday
Afternoon

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Grand Pavilion I
Plenary Session
Grand Pavilion I
A1. Advanced Integrated Guidance & Navigation Sys. Design
Offsite: KAFB
B1. Classified Session
Offsite: KAFB
C4. Classified Session
Grand Pavilion I
D1. Military Navigation
Grand Pavilion I
E1. Surveying, Geodesy, & Mapping
Enchantment E/F Ballroom
10 a.m. - Spouses Coffee Hour
Grand Pavilion IV
A2. MEMS Navigation
Grand Pavilion I
FRP User Conference
Grand Pavilion I
C1. Urban & Land Navigation
Grand Pavilion I
D2. Aviation Navigation
Grand Pavilion I
E2. Spacecraft Navigation & Attitude Determination
  Grand Pavilion VI
A3. Algorithms and Methods
 
 
Ballroom B
C2. Maritime Navigation
Ballroom C
D3. GNSS Interference
Ballroom C
E3. Advanced Navigation System Testing
      Grand Pavilion IV
C3. Novel Navigation System Applications
Grand Pavilion IV
D4. Special Topics in Navigation
Grand Pavilion IV
E4. Earth & Space Based Augmentation Systems
Lunch Is On Your Own Los Amigos Roundup
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Barbeque
Lunch Is On Your Own Enchantment Ballroom
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Annual Awards Banquet
Enchantment Ballroom
noon - 1 p.m.
Deli Style Luncheon
 

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Monday Morning, June 23

 Plenary Session
 9:30 - noon, Grand Pavilion I

Welcome and Introductions
ION President
Dr. Rudy Kalafus
Trimble Navigation

ION General Chair
Mr. Boyd Holsapple
ARFL Sensors Directorate

ION Program Chair
Dr. Mikel Miller
ARFL Sensors Directorate

CIGTF Program Chair
Mr. James J. Brewer
746th Test Squadron

  Plenary Presentations:

  • GPS Modernization: Col. Wesley Ballenger, USAF GPS JPO
  • GPS Vulnerability Assessment: Mike Shaw, OST DoT
  • Possibilities for a 27 Optimized GPS Constellation: Karl Kovach, ARINC

 Lunch is on your own

Monday Afternoon, June 23

  Session A1: Advanced Integrated Guidance & Navigation System Design
  2 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Peter Maybeck
Air Force Institute of Technology


Co-chair
Tony Abbott
The Aerospace Corporation

1. Use of Military GPS in a Civil Environment: D.A. Happel, Rockwell Collins
2. Using the GPS/INS Generalized Evaluation Tool (GIGET) for the Comparison of Loosely Coupled, Tightly Coupled and Ultra-Tightly Coupled Integrated Navigation Systems: J. Gautier, B. Parkinson, Stanford University
3. Advanced Integrated Navigation Using GNSS/INS Tight Coupling: J. Diesel, V. Strachan, Northrop Grumman
4. Satellite/Inertial Integrated System for Navigation, Precision Approach and Landing: J. Diesel, V. Strachan, Northrop Grumman
5. Initial Flight Test Result of the GPS/INS Integration System with Integrity for a UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle): S.H. Oh, D.H. Hwang, S.J. Lee, Chungnam National University, South Korea; S.H. Kim, Navicom Co., Ltd.
6. Integration Methodology and Test Results of Combined Inertial-GNSS Navigation System: E. Falkov, A. Volzhin, V. Zinich, State Research Institute of Aviation Systems, Russia

Alternate
1. Embedded GPS and Inertial Navigation System Test Equipment: J.A. Wright, B.D. Griffin, L.D. Smith, E. Thompson, D. Stutz, D.Syse, 746th Test Squadron

  Session A2: MEMS Navigation
  2 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion IV


Co-chair
Timothy M. Buck
Honeywell, Inc.


Co-chair
Reece Tredway
USAF AFRL/MNGN

1. Foot to Foot Range Measurement as an Aid to Personal Navigation: T.J. Brand, R.E. Phillips, Draper Lab
2. A Personal Navigation System Using Low-Cost MEMS/GPS/Fluxgate: S.Y. Cho, K.W. Lee, Kwangwoon University, South Korea; C.G. Park, J.G. Lee, Seoul National University, South Korea
3. FAA Certification of a Self-Contained MEMS Based Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS): J.A. Rios, Crossbow Technology, Inc.
4. MEMS-Based IMU Development, Calibration and Testing for Autonomous MAV Navigation: S. Winkler, M. Buschmann, T. Kordes, H.-W. Schulz, P. Vorsmann, Institute of Aerospace Systems, Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany
5. High Accuracy MEMS GPS/INS for Commercial Applications: T. Shiozawa,Tamagawa Seiki Co., Ltd., Japan; H. Kumagai, Tamagawa Seiki Co., Ltd./Ristumeikan Univ., Japan; A. Akiyama, Technical R&D Institute J.D.A.
6. Low Cost MEMS Inertial Measurement Unit: A. Kourepenis, J. Connelly, J. Sitomer, Charles Stark Draper Laboratory Inc.; J. Ha, Air Force Research Laboratory; J. Paris, 746th Test Squadron

  Session A3: Algorithms and Methods
  2 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion VI


Co-chair
Ron Hatch
NavCom Technology, Inc.


Co-chair
Jade Morton
Miami University (Ohio)

1. Unambiguous Tracker for GPS Binary Offset Carrier Signals: R. Fante, The MITRE Corporation
2. A Design Technique to Remove the Correlation Ambiguity in Binary Offset Code (BOC) Spread Spectrum Signals: P. Ward, Navward GPS Consulting
3. Study of the Impact of False Lock Points in Subcarrier Modulated Ranging Signals and Recommended Mitigation Approaches: P.A. Dafesh, C.R. Cahn, A. Wu, The Aerospace Corporation
4. A Generalized Multiple Model Adaptive Estimator for Parameter and State Estimation: C.D. Ormsby, J.F. Raquet, P.S. Maybeck, M.E. Oxley, M.A. Temple, Air Force Institute of Technology
5. Optimal Success/Error Rate and Its Calculation in Resolution of Integer Ambiguities in Carrier Phase Positioning of Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS): K. Kondo, Fujitsu Limited, Japan
6. Performance Analysis of Geodetic Grade GPS Receivers Based on Zero Base-Line Measurements: G.E. Vazquez, The Ohio State University

  Barqeque at Los Amigos Roundup, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Tuesday Morning, June 24

  Session B1: GPS Vulnerability & Interference (Classified)
  8:30 a.m. - noon, Kirtland Air Force Base


Co-chair
Curt Cadwallader
746th Test Squadron

Co-chair
Karen Anthony
JGPSCE

1. Frequency Domain Interference Suppressor Testing: D. Ruff, D.D. Bednorz, J.C. Baird, 746th Test Squadron
2. Real-World GPS/Jamming Data: D. Moulin, K.F. McDonald, The MITRE Corporation; D. Garay, 746th Test Squadron
3. Using State-of-the-Art Jammers for Emulating Changing World Threats: C. Cadwallader, 746th Test Squadron; C. Olden, C. Ham, TMC Design Inc.
4. Future JGPSCE Testing: K. Anthony, JGPSCE JT&E
5. F/A-22 Global Inertial Navigation System (GINS): D. Craig, D. Stutz, R. Lawrence, R. Sturdevant, 746th Test Squadron; J. Thomas, ASC/YFA, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH; W. Powell, Lockheed Martin; W. Brooks, Northrop Grumman Corporation
6. DARPA GPX High Intensity Jamming Flight Test: L. Vaughn, R. Poulin, C. Broughton, B. Bowar, B. Neal, 746th Test Squadron; G. Farley, Rockwell Collins; K. Hollister, Lincoln Labs
7. Rockwell Collins´ Advanced GPS Anti-Jam Technology: C.A. Popeck, S.G. Carlson, B.N. Wesner, K.L. Babylon, Rockwell Collins Government Systems

  Lunch will be provided to those registered for the Classified Session.

  Classified Session Requirements and Information

  Session B2: 2003 FRP USER CONFERENCE
  8:30 a.m. - noon, Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Mike Shaw
U.S. Dept. of Transportation


Co-chair
Raymond Swider
OASD C3I Space Systems

  Lunch is on your own.

Tuesday Afternoon, June 24

  Session C1: Urban & Land Navigation
  2 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Michael D. Fleenor
Raytheon Systems Company


Co-chair
Gerard Lachapelle
The University of Calgary

1. Enhancement of a Tightly Coupled GPS/INS System for High Precision Attitude Determination of Land Vehicles: J. Wendel, T. Obert, G.F. Trommer, Univerity of Karlsruhe, Germany
2. INS-GPS-Odometer Integration for Land Navigation Using H-Infinity Filtering: B. Seymen, V. Nalbantoalu, Aselsan Inc., Turkey
3. Accuracy and Reliability Improvement of Standalone High Sensitive GPS Using Map Matching Techniques: C. Basnayake, G. Lachapelle, University of Calgary, Canada

  Session C2: Maritime Navigation
  4 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Sherman Lo
Stanford University

1. Ship GPS Multipath Detection Experiments: G. Lachapelle, M.E. Cannon, G. MacGougan, University of Calgary, Canada; S. Ryan, Canadian Coast Guard
2. Precision Maritime Inshore Navigation with a Tightly-Coupled Sensor System: D. Sullivan, A. Brown, M. Nylund, D. Boid, NAVSYS
3. A Demonstration of High Accuracy Loran-C for Harbor Entrance and Approach Areas: G. Johnson, John J. McMullen Associates, Inc.; R. Hartnett, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; P. Swaszek, University of Rhode Island; G. Weeks, Coast Guard Loran Support Unit

  Session C3: Novel Navigation System Applications
  2 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion IV


Co-chair
Franck Boynton
Navtech Seminars & GPS Supply


Co-chair
Elizabeth Cannon
The University of Calgary

1. MEMS Inertial Sensor Assembly for Vestibular Prosthesis: M.S. Weinberg, Draper Laboratory; C. Wall, III, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
2. GPS Based Navigation and Resource Management by the Helicopters of the Policia Militar in Brazil: W. Dietmueller, Independent Engineer, Germany; E. Falconi, Policia Militar Sao Paulo, Brazil
3. GPS-Based 3D Navigation Visualization for High Altitude High Open Parachuting: B.A. Balazs, M.M. Miller, T.M. Jacobs, Air Force Institute of Technology
4. An Innovative Low Cost Location Determination System for Railroad Positive Train Control Applications: J.B. Archibald, T.J. Meyer
5. Augmenting Parachute Testing and Evaluation Using GPS-Based Position and Velocity: C. Schutte, M.M. Miller, J. Raquet, Air Force Institute of Technology; R. Tredway, Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate
6. Navigation Using Optical Measurements of Objects at Unknown Locations: J. Raquet, M. Giebner, Air Force Institute of Technology

  Session C4: Precision Guided Munitions Testing (Classified)
  2 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Kirtland Air Force Base


Co-chair
Michelle White
Air Force Research Laboratory


Co-chair
Derryl Stutz
746th Test Squadron

1. Joint Global Positioning System Combat Effectiveness Joint Test and Evaluation Test Results to Date: K. Anthony, JGPSCE JT&E
2. AFOTEC Test Program: J. Hebert, AFOTEC/TSER
3. Performance Assessment of a Postulated GPS Anti-Jam System for Ballistic Missile Interceptors: E. Ohlmeyer, C. Johnson, Naval Surface Warfare Center
4. GPS Jamming Analysis in Support of the AARGM AoA: D. Greskowiak, Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division
5. Wringing Out WAGE: A. Chasko, B. Cosentino, 746th Test Squadron
6. A Jamming-Adaptive, Ultra-Tightly Coupled GPS/INS Receiver: C. Larson, P. Maybeck, J. Raquet, AFIT
7. Ultimate Navwar Contours Using GIANT Methodology: J. Wollam, Veridian

Alternate
1. Validation of the Variable Butler Matrix´s Simulation of Multiple Jammers: B. Griffin, L. Smith, P. Corbell, 746th Test Squadron

  Classified Session Requirements and Information

  ION Annual Awards Banquet, Enchantment Ballroom

Wednesday Morning, June 25

  Session D1: Military Navigation
  8:30 a.m.-10 a.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Glenn Colby
Naval Air Warfare Center


Co-chair
Milt Clary
HQ USAF/XOR-GANS

1. Results of Shipboard Relative GPS (SRGPS) Testing for the Pegasus X-47A Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV): P. Sousa, L. Wellons, G. Colby, Naval Air Systems Command
2. G-STAR(tm), Lockheed Martin´s Advanced GPS Anti-Jam Technology: B. Haefner, J. Naylor, S. Sorber, Lockheed Martin Systems Integration
3. CIGTF Enhanced Precision Reference Systems: R.S. Lawrence, R. Pearson, J. Sanchez, B. Neal, D. Stutz, 746th Test Squadron

  Session D2: Aviation Navigation
  10:30 a.m. - noon, Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Raymond Swider
OASD C3I Space Systems

1. Ground-Based Regional Augmentation System (GRAS): Development Status and Deployment Considerations: K. McPherson, Airservices Australia
2. Synthetic Pressure Altitude: An Alternative Means to Achieve Reduced Vertical Separation Minima Aviation Altimetry: G.A. McGraw, K. Reichenauer, P. Hwang, Rockwell Collins
3. Modeling GPS Receiver Performance In Civil Aviation Trajectories Using Current GPS Constellation Performance: P.A. Seward, M.L. Boggs, Naval Air Warfare Center

  Session D3: GNSS Interference
  8:30 a.m. - noon, Grand Pavilion IV


Co-chair
Greg Gerten
Veridian Engineering


Co-chair
Derek Ruff
746th Test Squadron

2. Noise Floor Measurements within the GPS Band and the Impact of RF Radiators: J. Do, D. Akos, P. Enge, Stanford University
3. Characterization of Narrow-Band Interference Mitigation Performance Versus Quantization Error in Software Radios: C.A. Cutright, M.S. Braasch, Ohio University; J.R. Burns, Federal Aviation Administration
4. Interference Effectiveness on GPS: G. Green, G. Gerten, Veridian
5. GPS Antenna Mask Ring (GAMR): G. Graham, US Army Aviation Missile Command; J. Smith, CAS Inc.
6. The Effect of Interference Power and Bandwidth On Space-Time Adaptive Processing: T.D. Moore, Veridian Systems Division; I.J. Gupta, The Ohio State University

  Deli-Style Luncheon, Enchantment Ballroom, noon - 1 p.m.

  Session D4: Special Topics in Navigation
  8:30 a.m. - noon, Grand Pavilion VI


Co-chair
Boris Pervan
Illinois Institute of Technology
Department of Mechanical And Aerospace Engineering


Co-chair
Daniel N. Aloi
Oakland University

1. The Evaluation of Navigator´s Heart Rate Variability in an Inland Sea: K. Murai, Y. Hayashi, M. Nishiyama, Kobe University of Mercantile Marine, Japan
2. FPGA Implementation of Reconfigurable Linear Feedback Shift Register (LFSR) for the Bluetooth System: S. Sharma, R.C. Chauhan, SLIET, India; S. Attri, TTTI, India
3. Improvement of Modular Terrain Navigation Systems by Measurement Decorrelation: J. Metzger, G.F. Trommer, University of Karlsruhe, ITE, Germany
4. GPS Carrier-Phase Multipath Model Validation: S.K. Kalyanaraman, M.S. Braasch, Ohio University
5. The Role of a Bluetooth-Equipped GPS Receiver in Intelligent Transportation Systems: D.N. Aloi, D. Gura, J. Kost, 01-Insights
6. VPL Alternative for Galileo Integrity Concept: S. Lannelongue, B. Lobert, Alcatel Space Industries, France; F.A. Fernandez, ESTEC, The Netherlands

Wednesday Afternoon, June 25

  Session E1: Surveying, Geodesy, & Mapping
  1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska
Ohio State University

1. Kinematic Carrier Phase GPS Positioning Aided by an Instantaneous Local Ionospheric Model Based on Multiple Base Stations Using Kriging: Y. Yi, D.A. Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University
2. Network Approach to Precise GPS Navigation: P. Wielgosz, The Ohio State University and University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland; D. Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University; I. Kashani, Israel Institute of Technology
3. Deriving Topology and Attribute Information of the Transportation Corridors from LIDAR Data: D. Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University; C. Toth, Center for Mapping

  Session E2: Spacecraft Navigation & Attitude Determination
  2:30 p.m.-4 p.m., Grand Pavilion I


Co-chair
Angela Reichert
Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Co-chair
Chad Edwards
JPL

1. On-Orbit Validation of GPS IIR Autonomous Navigation: J.A. Rajan, M. Orr, P. Wang, ITT Industries
2. Space Navigation with Digital Beam Steering GPS Receiver Technology: K. Gold, A. Brown, R. Silva, NAVSYS
3. Navigation Services of the Mars Network: T.A. Ely, J. Guinn, E. Quintanilla, Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Alternates
1. New Development of a GPS-Based Orbit and Attitude Determination Unit: S. Miguel-Sanz, R. S nchez-Maestro, A. Valdenebro-Mora, A. Mu¤oz-Hern ndez, I. S nchez-Peral, R. Sanz-Ante, SENER, Ingenier¡a y Sistemas S.A., Spain
2. A Simple and Effective Instantaneous Method for Initial Attitude Estimation Using GPS Phase Difference Measurements Only: R. Sanchez-Maestro, S. Miguel-Sanz, SENER, Ingenier¡a y Sistemas S.A., Spain

  Session E3: Advanced Navigation System Testing (Component and System Level)
  1 p.m.-4 p.m., Grand Pavilion IV


Co-chair
Phil Simpson
746 Test Squadron


Co-chair
Meir Pachter
Air Force Institute of Technology

1. Design and Simulation of a Pseudolite-Based Flight Reference Systems: T. Bouska, J. Raquet, Air Force Institute of Technology
2. Development of an Expendable Real-Time GPS-Based Time-Space-Position Information (TSPI) System Using COTS Hardware: J.A. Rogers, B.D. Scott, M. Boggs, B.M. Hoem, Naval Air Warefare Center Weapons Division
3. Testing for Acceleration Sensitive Terms in MEMS Gyro Scale Factor: C. Barker, D. Syse, P. Bird, H. Rivera, 746 Test Squadron
4. Analysis of Range Safety Boundary for Range Safety Link Analysis: J.C. Chen, C.C. Wang, Y. Krikorian, J. Yoh, N.N. Elyashar, Aerospace Corporation
5. Inferring Independence of FTE Errors On Straight, Final Approach Segments: B.S. Levy, MITRE/CAASD; P. Som, R. Greenhaw, Federal Aviation Administration
6. Measuring Inertial Navigation System Responses to Sinusoidal Inputs: T.J. Kim, M.L. Pedroncelli, R.J. Morris, A.M. Petney, Sandia National Labs

Alternate
1. GPS Vulnerability Test Methodology: P. Simpson, S. Kelly, 746th Test Squadron

  Session E4: Earth & Space-Based Augmentation Systems
  1 p.m.-4 p.m., Grand Pavilion VI


Co-chair
Sam Pullen
Stanford University


Co-chair
Sally L. Frodge
U.S. Department of Transportation

1. Availability Enhancements for CAT IIIB LAAS: C. Shively, T.T. Hsiao, The MITRE Corporation/CAASD
2. LAAS Ranging Error Overbound for Non-Zero Mean and Non-Gaussian Multipath Error Distributions: I. Sayim, B. Pervan, Illinois Institute of Technology
3. LAAS Reference Antennas - Circular Polarization Mitigates Multipath Effects: A.R. Lopez, ARL Associates
4. SBAS L5 Signal Design Options: M. Tran, C. Hegarty, The MITRE Corporation; T. Morrissey, Zeta Associates; A.J. Van Dierendonck, AJ Systems
5. Absolute Accuracy of the Coast Guard DGPS System: G. Johnson, G. Sanders, John J. McMullen Associates, Inc.; P. Swaszek, University of Rhode Island; R. Hartnett, S. Nassar, B. Bovee, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; D. Wolfe, Coast Guard Command & Control Center
6. The Rosum TV Positioning Technology: M. Rabinowitz, J. Spilker, Rosum Corporation


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Special Events
Monday, June 23
SPOUSES COFFEE HOUR
10 a.m., Enchantment E/F Ballroom

The hotel concierge will be on site to advise you of special tours and all of Albuquerque's many attractions. Take this opportunity to meet up with old touring companions and develop new friendships.
Tuesday, June 24
ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
6 - 9 p.m., Enchantment Ballroom

The ION’s 2002 Annual Awards will be presented and 2003 ION Fellows will be named. Evening/business dress is recommended.

6 - 7 p.m.: Cash bar
7 - 8 p.m.: Dinner
8 - 9 p.m.: Annual Awards Program

This event is included in the price of a full registration. Tickets for partial registrants and guests are $50 each and can be purchased using the registration form.
Monday, June 23
BARBEQUE AT LOS AMIGOS ROUNDUP
6 - 9 p.m., Los Amigos Roundup

Share an evening of barbeque and Southwestern entertainment. A bus will transport you from the Hyatt Hotel between 5:45 and 6:15 p.m. Return trips will be made as busses fill.

This event is included in the price of a full registration. Tickets for partial registrants and guests are $45 each and can be purchased using the registration form.

Wednesday, June 25
DELI-STYLE LUNCHEON
Noon - 1 p.m., Enchantment Ballroom

This event is included in the price of a full registration. Tickets for partial registrants and guests are $35 each and can be purchased using the registration form.

Albuquerque Attractions

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Experience the art, history and culture of the 19 Indian pueblos that surround the Albuquerque area. The Cultural Center is operated by the All Indian Pueblo Council. Traditional dance performances and craft demonstrations are free to the public. Gift shops offer authentic pottery, sculpture, rugs, sand paintings and traditional and contemporary jewelry. This is the best beginning to a visit to any Indian pueblo.

Hot Air Balloons Above Albuquerque

The Turquoise Trail
Once the haunt of robbers lying in wait for shipments of gold and silver from some of the richest mines in North America, the Turquoise Trail is still the most scenic and historic route between Albuquerque and Santa Fe. You’ll see the eastern slope of the Sandias, with ski trails in clear view, as well as the towns of Golden, Madrid and Cerrillos. The last mine operated on the Trail was owned by the famous Tiffany Co. The Trail becomes Cerrillos Road and leads directly to Santa Fe.

Santa Fe
Santa Fe is one of the top choices for pre- and post-convention “must see” places. Only an hour and fifteen minutes from Albuquerque, the “City Different” is one of the oldest cities in the United States, founded in 1610. The historic Plaza and Canyon Road, with their world renowned art galleries and beautiful shops will all add a new perspective on the Southwest. Take the scenic Turquoise Trail (Hwy. 14) to Santa Fe. Outdoors or indoors, Santa Fe remains a must see for visitors to the Southwest.

Santa Fe Trail
In Northeast New Mexico you can still see the wagon ruts marking the trail from Missouri to Santa Fe. As early as 1821 the Santa Fe Trail, made famous by Kit Carson, was used by Easterners who found a major market for their goods in the Southwest.

Sandia Peak Tram
Ride the world’s longest aerial tramway and behold 11,000 square miles of vistas from 10,400 feet. A ride at sunset is best. Summer or winter, you’ll see deep canyons and breathtaking terrain on the 2.7 mile trip that passes through four of the earth’s seven life zones on the way. The other side of the mountain offers skiing in the winter and plenty of hiking and mountain biking in the summer.

Accommodations

The Hyatt Regency Hotel
330 Tijeras Northwest
Albuquerque, NM
Phone: (800) 233-1234 - Fax: (505) 766-6787

The Hyatt Regency hotel is just minutes from Albuquerque International Airport, The University of New Mexico, the Convention Center and the Sandia Peak Ski Area.

Hyatt Regency Albuquerque

Reservations. Make your reservations by calling the numbers listed below or by faxing your reservation request with credit card information to the numbers below. Be sure to identify yourself as an ION/CIGTF meeting attendee to get these special rates:

Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
330 Tijeras NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phn: (800) 233-1234
Fax: (505) 766-6768
Rate: $115* single/$125 double

Make hotel reservations by May 30 to ensure you get a room at special ION rate, but you may still be able to get a room after this date.

* Limited number of government rooms available.

Government Reservations. A limited number of government rated rooms will be available at the published 2003 federal per diem rate for U.S. government and active duty military meeting participants who are traveling on government travel orders and paying for the room with a U.S. government issued credit card. Failure to pay for your room with a U.S. government issued credit card will result in your reservation being honored at the group rate. Kindly note that government contractors not traveling with government travel orders are not eligible for this rate. Please do not reserve a government rated room if you do not meet the above criteria as this limits the opportunities of others to attend the conference.

Hotel Parking. Hotel parking is $11 per day. Alternative parking is available at the convention center across the street for $4 per day.

Transportation

Driving Directions

From the Airport: Exit airport onto Yale. Take Yale to Gibson (at traffic light). Turn left on Gibson and move into right lane. Exit I-25 north to Dr. Mar-tin Luther King Jr. and turn left. Go to 3rd Street and turn left. Drive south on 3rd Street to Tijeras. *See Note Below.
From I-25 North: Take I-25 south to exit at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and turn right. Go to 3rd Street and turn left. Drive south on 3rd Street to Tijeras. *See Note Below.
From I-25 South: Take I-25 north to exit at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and turn left. Go to 3rd Street and turn left to Tijeras. Drive south on 3rd Street to Tijeras. *See Note Below.
Please Note: The Hyatt is surrounded by one-way streets. You’ll need to go one extra block south to Copper Street and turn right. Go around the block to the front of the hotel for valet parking. For self parking, turn right on Copper. The underground garage is about 1/2 block on the right.

Taxi Fare
Taxi fare from Albuquerque International Airport to the Hyatt Regency hotel is approximately $15 each way.

Airport Express Shuttle
Airport Shuttle provides 24-hour shuttle service from the airport to the Hyatt Regency hotel for the ticket price of $22 roundtrip or $12 one-way. Vans depart every 5–15 minutes. Advanced reservations are not needed.

June 19, 2003 15:21 ET