New air traffic control towers built at municipal and smaller airports will feature recycled steel and ground-source heating and cooling. [Courtesy: FAA]
Key Takeaways:
The FAA has selected a new, adjustable-height air traffic control tower design to replace aging towers at 31 municipal and smaller airports.
The design heavily features sustainable elements, including recycled materials, all-electric systems, ground-source heating/cooling, and non-toxic products.
This initiative is backed by $500 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aiming to help smaller airports grow capacity more sustainably and affordably.
Construction of these new towers, which can range from 60 to 119 feet tall, is projected to begin as early as next year.
New air traffic control towers built at municipal and smaller airports will feature sustainable design elements, such as recycled steel and ground-source heating and cooling, according to the FAA.
Earlier this week, the agency announced it had selected a control tower design that allows for height to be adjusted based on airport traffic and sightline requirements.
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