How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

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Did you know, there will be an estimated 50% increase in flights throughout the world by 2035?

Air transport has revolutionized our world economically, socially, and culturally.  It has aided in connecting people from across borders to foster links between nations of all sizes and generate access to global markets.  It has driven travel and tourism to promote a more global society.  It has expanded people’s access to cultural experiences and increased their access to leisure destinations.  Air travel has also been essential to economic growth.

In a study published by IATA this past December, it has been found that the aviation industry currently supports 62.7 million jobs globally through direct employment, related sector employment, and associated employment from tourism.  Aviation has been estimated to have a complete global economic impact of $2.7 trillion.  This is generated in part by the 1,402 commercial airlines with 26,065 aircraft in service and 3,883 airports with 32.8 million commercial flights worldwide.

With the projection of flights on the rise for the next two decades, it is important for airports to take steps now to improve the operational and functional efficiency of their facilities.  Investments must be made in products that will last and have the ability to withstand heavy use. AvTurf is a synthetic turf system that provides comprehensive ground safety enhancements and erosion control to make airplane takeoffs and landings more effective and efficient.

How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #2

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The biggest game in American football is taking place this weekend, February 4th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots have commanded the road to the Super Bowl, earning their spots in this year’s game.  With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, Act Global will be bringing a fun fact each day about U.S. Bank Stadium- home of Super Bowl LII.

The 2018 Super Bowl is not the only opportunity you have to check out this beautiful stadium.  This summer will be the second subsequent year that Minneapolis will host the summer X Games, and U.S. Bank Stadium has been named the host of the 2019 men’s basketball Final Four.

The X Games is an extreme sports competition that brings together top-tier athletes in skateboarding, motocross, BMX, and mountain biking.  The high-energy, multi-day event is known as a center of enthusiasm and creativity.

NCAA’s Final Four is the final round of the men’s basketball tournament, March Madness.  The winner of each region advance to the Final Four for national semifinals and championship.  Currently, UCLA holds the most titles with 11 wins, but the school has not won an NCAA men’s basketball championship since 1995.  Last year’s champion was North Carolina, who currently hold six titles.

Since the opening of the stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Learn how our synthetic turf is beneficial to athletes. 

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How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

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  1. A Clean Runway

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) are an object, particle, substance, debris or agent that is not where it is supposed to be and can lead to a hazardous situation to the aircraft itself, personnel on site, or a safety delay.  Common airport debris includes aircraft parts, tire fragments, mechanics’ tools, nails, luggage parts, broken pavement, and stones.

  1. A Stable Runway

Powerful jet blasts can cause erosion in runway and taxiway shoulders.  It is vital to have a surface that can withstand this phenomenon and provide a stable area for incoming and outgoing aircraft that is free of rutting. 

  1. A Strong Runway

A380 movement areas require detailed planning to accommodate the extra-large wingspan and route of these airliners.  The infrastructure of any airport’s A380 movement areas must be exceptionally durable and extend and stabilize runway and taxiway shoulders to prevent erosion and FOD from jet wash.

  1. A High-Visibility Runway

Infield islands and decommissioned high-speed exits or taxiways with high visibility markings can help prevent pilots from inadvertently landing on wide taxiways, further preventing delays and hazards.

  1. An Incursion-less Runway

Airplanes are constantly landing and taking off throughout the day at any airport. Because of this, personnel and equipment can find themselves within or around runway/taxiway safety areas.   This is a situation that can lead to both incursions and vehicle/pedestrian deviations (VPD’s).

  1. A Secure Runway

In the event of an urgent situation, emergency response equipment needs a fastened and stable surface to ensure the quickest response times possible to airport incidents.

  1. A Bird-Free Runway

Different elements of traditional airport ground coverings can create an environment rich in food, water, and shelter for birds.  Bird strikes are a dangerous phenomenon that has been calculated to cost the aviation industry $1.2 billion USD each year.

  1. A High-Drainage Runway

Standing water in airside areas of airports can lead to early deterioration of runway pavement and hazardous landing/taking off situations for pilots.  Both surface runoff and subsurface flow are important to properly drain.

  1. A Habitat-Free Runway

Just as traditional airport ground coverings can lead to an environment that is attractive to birds, they can also lead to a habitat for burrowing species.  This is an unsafe situation for both the airliners as well as the animals themselves.

 

Each of the nine factors leading to a safer, better runway can be achieved with the correct infrastructure and planning of an airport.  AvTurf is a patented aviation turf system that curbs the most common hazards such as erosion, bird strikes, and FODs that impact airport runways and taxiways.  The artificial grass surface also stays clean and green year-round and requires little maintenance.

For more information on AvTurf.

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How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

Countdown to Super Bowl LII

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The two-week countdown to Super Bowl LII is officially underway! Yesterday four teams competed in the championship-bound round which led to the New England Patriot’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Philadelphia Eagle’s win over the Minnesota Vikings. Now both teams have a bye week to train and prepare before heading to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

New England is a powerhouse that has made regular appearances at the Super Bowl, making them the favorite of predictions from multiple sources.  A win on February 4 by the Patriots would make the team the first back-to-back champion since 2003-2004, a record they themselves set.  However, the Philadephia Eagles have proved themselves as a successful underdog throughout playoffs, even using the status as a motivator and joke with their fans.  Philadelphia has pulled off repeat upsets over its past two opponents, making the team a serious competitor against New England.  The most current prediction from Bleacher Report has the final score at New England 37, Philadelphia 30.

On February 4, fans from all corners of the country will come to fill the 70,000 seats at U.S. Bank Stadium for Super Bowl LII.  As the premiere and most prominent game of the year, Act Global is proud to have the two best teams of the 2017 NFL season meet on our brand of turf.  The synthetic turf system is a leading brand in the industry and trusted for its proven safety and durability under high impact sports.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Good luck to both the Patriots and the Eagles!

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How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

Improvements to Masich Place Stadium

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“Sport is a big social part of our community here in Prince George. Upgrades to Masich Place Stadium will help create a better facility for residential and out-of-town athletes.” Mike Morris, MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie

Located in the beautiful urban wilderness of Prince George, British Columbia lies the historic venue of track and field at the 1990 BC Summer Games.  Masich Place Stadium is also home to the Prince George track and field club and serves as a training ground for athletes.  In an effort by the city to revitalize the facility and boost sports tourism, the re-development program includes improvements that will allow Masich Place Stadium to be a competitive capital for both provincial and national events.  In addition to exterior enhancements such as the painting of the grandstand structure and new landscaping, the stadium now features a new synthetic turf, multipurpose field.

“It will help ensure Prince George continues to have first-rate sporting facilities that make it an attractive place to live,” said Janine North, CEO, Northern Development.

The professional-quality, artificial grass field was manufactured by Act Global and skillfully installed by Carpell Surfaces.  Chief installer Stéphane Ranger expertly placed the turf to ensure that the community of Prince George has a pristine pitch that serves it needs.  The synthetic turf used to create the Masich Place Stadium’s new field has been specifically engineered for maximum player safety and performance.  This has been proven through laboratory tests as well and benchmarks against top natural grass facilities.

Learn how our synthetic turf is beneficial to athletes. 

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https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/news/masich-place-stadium-upgrades-aim-to-boost-sport-tourism-in-prince-george/