Air transportation is a critical component to a city’s economy as it establishes vital connectivity with other regions, both domestic and international.  To meet the increased reliability in handling passenger and cargo volumes, the expansion or modernization of existing airport infrastructure is required.  To fulfill these engineering requirements while ensuring safe and dependable airport facilities, coordination with complex regulatory requirements and interaction with multiple stakeholders becomes necessary.  

Electrical systems for airports require specific features and functionalities that are not found in traditional electrical installations. This includes a unique design approach for the primary distribution system associated with the normal utility power supply and the backup power system. Sub-distribution electrical systems require the consideration of load management, load control, and load prioritization. Further specialized electrical systems are required for airfield lighting and the associated power supply requirements to establish maximum reliability. In terms of public safety aspects, careful consideration is also required for the electrical aspects involving air traffic control, HVAC, lighting, security, and egress systems. We recognize these requirements, which are unique to the aviation industry, and develop electrical power solutions to fulfill these requirements.

Our capabilities include:

  • Electrical Substations and Distribution

  • Emergency and Backup Generation Systems

  • Automated People Movers

  • Communications and Data System Infrastructure

  • Site and Airfield Lighting

  • Control Systems for Cargo and Baggage Handling

  • Air Traffic Control Centers

Our project experience:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Electrical engineering design services for upgrade of the electrical distribution system associated with Terminal-C. Scope included 26.4kV utility switchgear, 10 MVA substation transformers, 4160V distribution switchgear lineups, 3500kW diesel generators, 4160V generator paralleling switchgear, and nine (9) downstream unit substations.

  • Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA). Engineering design-assist services to support new terminal area upgrades to improve passenger flow. Scope included power system studies, lighting studies, shop drawings, and coordination with other on-site trades.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Engineering design-assist services to support new terminal area and baggage handling upgrades. Scope included power system studies, implementation of arc flash mitigation solutions, MCC control bucket modifications, shop drawings, and as-built documentation.

  • Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI). Engineering and manufacturing field services to implement advanced protective relaying upgrades for improved system protection of the new 10 MVA substation transformer. Scope included shop drawing development, field services for switchgear modification, and startup & commissioning services to verify system functionality. (Learn More)