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New Vehicle & Station Expansion Boost Emergency Response at Juneau Int’l

New Vehicle & Station Expansion Boost Emergency Response at Juneau Int’l

by | Nov 1, 2017 |

Traffic is changing at Juneau International (JNU), and so is the airport’s emergency response program. As the airfield begins to receive an increasing number of larger-capacity aircraft, officials are enhancing its aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) capabilities accordingly.

Last year, the Alaska airport purchased a $750,000 state-of-the-art ARFF vehicle that is so tall and wide, JNU needed a larger station to house it. The recent $2.6 million renovation project also brought its facility up to FAA specifications and added more room for gear and support functions.

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How Bangor Int’l Stays Prepared for Unexpected Visitors

How Bangor Int’l Stays Prepared for Unexpected Visitors

by | Mar 1, 2017 |

Thanks to its location in south-central Maine and an extra-long runway from its early days as a military base, Bangor International Airport (BGR) plays a critical and high profile role in the worldwide aviation network. Depending on the direction of travel, BGR is the first or last major U.S. airport for trans-Atlantic flights to make emergency stops.

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New Train Line Opens “Corridor of Opportunity” at Denver Int’l

New Train Line Opens “Corridor of Opportunity” at Denver Int’l

by | Jul 1, 2016 |

From its very inception, Denver International (DEN) has been a noteworthy U.S. airport, but it recently joined the international big leagues with the addition of a rail connection and a striking on-airport hotel/transit center complex. Last year, DEN served about 54 million passengers and was ranked the sixth-busiest airport in the United States. The new 23-mile rail connection and associated $582 million hotel/transit center are expected to boost airport and convention business by making ground transportation and accommodations more convenient for passengers.

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Orlando Int’l Activates Energy Reduction Plan

Orlando Int’l Activates Energy Reduction Plan

by | May 1, 2016 |

While some airport operators talk about reducing energy consumption, others take action to make it happen. Orlando International Airport (MCO) recently committed to the goal of using 10% less energy in its facilities by 2018, a move that will significantly reduce operating costs and may boost the airport’s reputation from “eco-friendly” to “eco-friendlier.”

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New Runway Sensors at Denver Int’l Expected to Reduce Costs & Delays From Pavement Deicing

New Runway Sensors at Denver Int’l Expected to Reduce Costs & Delays From Pavement Deicing

by | Mar 1, 2016 |

Denver International Airport (DEN) has a new tool at its disposal for managing winter operations: in-pavement sensors that help predict when ice will form on runway and other airfield surfaces. The system includes five clusters of sensors embedded in Runway 17L-35R, one of DEN’s four north/south runways, and three more clusters in adjacent high-speed taxiways. The in-pavement sensors were installed as part of a $46.5 million runway resurfacing project.

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Denver Int’l Adds Customized Television Network

Denver Int’l Adds Customized Television Network

by | Nov 1, 2015 |

Denver International Airport (DEN) is adding a touch of Hollywood to its nature-friendly culture with a customized television network. The project is not about red carpets and entourages; it’s simply another program to engage passengers and make their travel more enjoyable. A national media company provides specially modified programming for travelers and ultra-targeted advertising is expected to boost non-airline revenue – another ongoing effort at the busy hub.

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Salt Lake City Int’l Diversifies Deicing Options & Changes Purchasing Procedures

Salt Lake City Int’l Diversifies Deicing Options & Changes Purchasing Procedures

by | Oct 1, 2015 |

When environmental concerns prompted the FAA to ban ammonium nitrate (also known as urea) for pavement deicing, airports throughout the country had to find a replacement for the once-standard chemical. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) seems no worse for wear. Its crews now use three different deicing agents, and a revamped purchasing process helps the airport secure a competitive price for each one.

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Vehicle Simulator Reduces Risk During Firefighting & Rescue Training at O’Hare Int’l

Vehicle Simulator Reduces Risk During Firefighting & Rescue Training at O’Hare Int’l

by | Sep 1, 2015 |

Emergency crews at O’Hare International Airport (ORD) can now train without the omnipresent danger of blazing flames and structural collapse. There’s no smoke and mirrors involved, just a customized aircraft firefighting and rescue (ARFF) simulator that safely replicates actual emergency situations with virtually no risk to equipment or personnel.

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Anchorage Int’l Airport Serves as Pit Stop for Global Cargo Carriers

Anchorage Int’l Airport Serves as Pit Stop for Global Cargo Carriers

by | Jan 1, 2015 |

As in real estate, “location, location, location” can be crucial for airports. It’s especially true for Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) in Alaska. The state-owned airport has parlayed its geographic quirk into a competitive advantage. With three runways (all longer than 10,600 feet), special ramp facilities and procedures, and a little help from the federal government, ANC has molded itself into a critical refueling stop for cargo carriers flying the skies between Asia and North America.

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