The surprising impact of airports in smaller communities
It’s no myth that airports have a direct impact on a community’s economic growth and vitality. Airports in smaller communities are no different, as they serve many vital functions. While these local airports may seem inconsequential to some, they can unlock economic growth and turn a grass field into a driving force of the local […]
A Team Approach: Steps to Positioning Airport Projects for Community Benefit
Featured in Airport World, Issue 1, 2024 By Ryan Pearce, PE, Vice President, Aviation It was an adage that drove development in the western United States: When the railroad came to town, you thrived. When it left, you died. While a bit hyperbolic, that transportation revolution was transformative, not only for travel and commerce, but […]
Pryor Field Regional Airport grows again
Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) is growing yet again, with a new taxiway and access road underway on the northwest side of the airport. Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) in Tanner, Ala., broke ground this month on a concrete taxiway and access road that stems off of the existing parallel taxiway for Runway 18/36. This […]
GMC selected as consultant for two Georgia airports
The Macon-Bibb County Commission recently selected GMC, in collaboration with MaesAwyr, LLC, as the airport planning and engineering consultant for two airports in Macon, Georgia. The airport system includes Middle Georgia Regional Airport and Macon Downtown Airport. Both airports serve a diverse aviation market comprised of commercial, corporate, charter, recreational and military activities. In addition […]
Airport crisis communication in the age of social media
By Matt Thomason, CM, Airport Planner Airports have long recognized the need for emergency response planning and advanced coordination with emergency services, in addition to being aware of federal notification requirements in the event of an accident. However, in today’s technology-driven world, many airports are not prepared for the widespread media and social media attention […]
GMC Airport Planning and Engineering celebrates 10 years
After decades of working on a wide array of projects ranging from water and sewer to architectural, GMC found several of its clients seeking the same guidance and collaboration they had come to expect from the firm for their municipal airports. In 2006, GMC brought retired Col. Al Allenback on board to help fill this […]