Jack Edwards National Airport Parking Ramp Expansion

The Challenge

Jack Edwards National Airport added a new operator that specializes in charter flights, but the airport did not have parking ramps that were designed for the size and weight of the operator's planes. Existing parking ramps at the airport were made of asphalt, a softer material than the charter planes required, and were designed for smaller aircraft. The airport partnered with Barge Design Solutions to expand the ramps with the help of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding.

The Solution

The Barge team worked with airport officials to develop a plan that addressed the concerns of various stakeholders and convinced the FAA to approve funding for a larger parking ramp. The team met the FAA's short deadline and quickly secured the necessary funding, expanding the original project from a small asphalt ramp to a six-acre concrete ramp that could accommodate the operator's aircraft.

The airport expanded its services to include commercial aircraft in a community that relies on tourism and praised Barge for its efforts to complete the project on time.

The Result

The Barge team's successful completion of the airport parking ramp expansion project demonstrates their ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver positive outcomes. Their effective stakeholder engagement, timely acquisition of funding, and successful project execution have contributed to the growth and development of Jack Edwards National Airport.