NC Airport Hangar Design Solutions | Multi-Bay Efficiency & Expansion

Space-Efficient Private Hangar Layouts for Growing Small Airports in North Carolina

As North Carolina's premier provider of civil, structural, and environmental engineering services, JRH Engineering & Environmental Services brings 30+ years of aviation expertise to North Carolina's rapidly expanding airports.

With Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and Raleigh-Durham (RDU) experiencing a record 14-53 million annual passengers, our designs help regional airports scale intelligently.

Innovative Multi-Bay Configurations

Modular Aircraft Accommodation Systems

• Steel-framed partitions enable 15-minute bay reconfiguration (Cessna 172 to King Air 350)

• 40% faster construction vs traditional designs using prefabricated components

• 100'x100' floorplates support 6 midsize jets with 14' wingtip clearances

  
  

Vertical Storage Optimization

• Cantilevered mezzanines add 200% parts storage without expanding footprints

• Automated lift systems access 28' ceiling heights (FAA Advisory Circular 150/5300-13A)

• Retractable maintenance platforms reduce floor clutter

Operational Efficiency Strategies

Streamlined Maintenance Workflows

• Cross-dock layouts reduce aircraft taxi distances by 30%

• Dedicated MRO zones with IoT-enabled tool walls (KAMS Global standards)

• ERV systems maintain 68-75°F temps during 12-hour servicing windows

Smart Traffic Management

• RFID aircraft tracking integrates with CLT's $290M runway expansion tech

• Automated door systems (85' bi-fold entries) enable 90-second ingress/egress

• Dual fuel stations service 8 aircraft/hour without repositioning

Sustainable Growth Integration

JRH's environmental engineers implement:

1. Stormwater Management

• Permeable pavements handle 5" rainfall events (NC DENR Chapter 2.4)

• 100% containment of de-icing fluid runoff

2. Energy Performance

• Solar-ready roofs offset 40% HVAC loads (NEC 2023 compliant)

• LED motion-sensing lighting cuts energy use by 58%

3. Community Impact

• Noise barriers meet FAA 14 CFR Part 150 guidelines

• Native landscaping requires 70% less irrigation

Regulatory Compliance for NC Aviation Hubs

All JRH designs meet strict requirements:

• FAA AC 150/5300-13 (Airport Design) clearances

• NC Building Code Chapter 13 fire suppression standards

• CLT/RDU Master Plans for Phased Capacity Increases

  
  

Our structural team addresses:

• Seismic retrofitting for Piedmont region Zone 2C

• 150 mph wind load calculations for coastal sites

• 200 psf floor loads for heavy maintenance equipment

Final Thoughts

As North Carolina's airports continue to expand to meet growing demand, space-efficient private hangar layouts are essential for maximizing operational capacity and supporting aviation growth.

JRH Engineering & Environmental Services' innovative designs, which prioritize modularity, operational efficiency, and sustainability, are tailored to the unique needs of developers in markets like Raleigh and Charlotte.

With a proven track record of delivering high-quality aviation infrastructure solutions, JRH remains the trusted partner for creating future-ready hangars that enhance airport functionality and profitability.

References:

1. HAECO Americas Hangar Case Study

2. Fly High Lexington Specifications

3. KAMS Global MRO Standards

4. Allshelter Design Guidelines

5. CLT/RDU Traffic Reports

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