The C10 gate modification project was designed to increase operational flexibility, enabling the gate to handle either one wide-body aircraft or two narrow-body aircraft at the same time. To support this new configuration, new walkways were installed to connect to the jet bridge, bearing on four newly installed caissons.
During construction, the existing jet bridge was lifted approximately 20 feet off the ground with a crane and set on A‑frame supports so the original rotunda, columns, and haunch supports could be safely removed. Once the new structural rotunda, columns, and haunch supports were erected, the jet bridge was carefully repositioned and securely anchored in its new location. Despite the complexities of working in an active airport environment, the project was completed in just three months.
Early Investigations Provides Efficiency and Cost Savings
Site investigations led to the identification of an active electric duct where a caisson needed to be. In order to mitigate the costly removal and relocation of the electric duct, our team suggested shifting the location of the caisson to avoid interference. Managing the shift in the most efficient and timely way resulted in significant cost savings.
