Reliable maintains and paves airport runways! Count on us to keep them in great condition.
Airports are grand. There is something exciting about watching airplanes drive around the runway to collect passengers and luggage or drop them off, let alone seeing them fly. The pavement beneath their tires is quite extensive and needs regular care. If you are interested in learning or are looking for a reliable company to help, learn these airport runway maintenance facts here.
How Airports Maintain Runways
Nighttime Asphalt Maintenance
Asphalt maintenance entails the following basic services:
- Sealcoating: The application of a layer of bitumen to protect against UV rays, water damage, dirt, and stains.
- Crack filling: Asphalt crack filling prevents vehicle damage, pedestrian injuries, and the deterioration of the pavement.
- Patching: Patching fixes potholes and other small sections that are too deficient to fix with crack filling.
- Repaving: Eventually, the surface will need repaving. The surface must have enough friction for the airplanes to land and take off even in wet weather. A qualified paving company like Reliable Contracting in Maryland can help airports meet the standards.
Airport runway maintenance will usually happen at night to avoid heavy daytime traffic. The more traffic the runway maintenance crew can avoid, the better! That being said, maintenance is more likely to happen in summer when the weather is warm enough to work with the pavement.
Rubber Removal
Airports also need to periodically remove the rubber from airplane tires that rubs off onto the pavement during landing and takeoff. If the rubber remains, the runway can become more slippery or bumpy.
Pavement Marking
Pavement markings delineate where airplane traffic should go. These markings are vital to safe traffic patterns, but over time, they will fade and disappear, as you may be familiar with on neglected roads. Like other pavements, airport runways also need to refresh their pavement markings such as lines and symbols.
Snow Removal
Snow removal is a must for runways, even with how expansive they are. A snowy runway will not be feasible for air traffic. It’s important for runway personnel to prevent ice buildup and remove snow promptly.
Whether an airport is vast or quaint, its pavement must be in the best condition to ensure safe travels. Reliable Contracting in Maryland can help you with your airport runway maintenance!
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