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Airports are important hubs housing passengers, cargo, airplanes, and vehicles. When planning an airport, it is complex and expensive, due to the many needs and services it must accommodate. While the complex nature of airports won’t change, good planning and flexible materials can make building an airport less costly. One way to lower costs is to use fabric buildings instead of traditional brick-and-mortar buildings. Fabric buildings are great for aircraft and cargo storage, passenger shelter, terminal buildings, and advanced systems. Fabric buildings are already part of the designs of some modern airports today. For example, the Denver International Airport uses fabric buildings and well known for it’s design. As airports receive updates and advance, fabric buildings find themselves as part of new designs.

Buying an aircraft hangar is a huge investment with lots of factors to consider. Obviously your budget will affect your decision, but it’s important to consider the needs of your aircraft. Determine the basic needs for your aircraft to see what hangars are available to support those needs. The first consideration is location. Location can affect the cost of your project if you lease space or need to build roads, strips etc. Design type is the next factor. Pre-made options may be cheaper, but custom design may be needed if you have special aircraft. The layout is also an important factor, to maximize space for however many aircraft you must store. The materials you use such as door types, fabrics, and sheeting also determine the price of your hangar. You also must make sure your hangar is up to code and on proper foundation. Location plays a role in this as well because it often affects building requirements. This guide can help you consider all these factors to make the best purchase for your needs.