High Strength Steel Structure Hangar Providing Shelter And Maintenance Space For Commercial And Private Aircraft Fleets

A Steel Structure Aircraft Hangar is a specialized large-span building designed for aircraft storage, maintenance, inspection, repair, and aviation support operations. The hangar is engineered around the dimensions and operating requirements of the aircraft, providing sufficient clear span, internal height, door opening, ground clearance, and equipment access. Its open interior and customizable steel frame make it suitable for different aircraft sizes, from helicopters and private aircraft to larger commercial or cargo aircraft.

Unlike a standard industrial building, an aircraft hangar needs to consider the aircraft itself as the primary design reference. Key factors include:

• Aircraft length
• Wingspan
• Overall height
• Fuselage dimensions
• Landing gear position
• Aircraft door clearance
• Turning and towing requirements
• Maintenance access
• Ground support equipment
• Future aircraft requirements

The structural dimensions and door arrangement can then be developed around these requirements.

A typical steel structure hangar consists of:

• Heavy-duty steel columns
• Main roof beams or trusses
• Purlins
• Wall girts
• Roof bracing
• Wall bracing
• Anchor bolts
• High-strength connections
• Aircraft hangar doors
• Roof and wall cladding
• Ventilation systems
• Lighting systems
• Drainage components

The structural system can be customized according to the aircraft type, building size, local conditions, and operational requirements.

One of the most important characteristics of an aircraft hangar is the need for an unobstructed interior. A large clear-span structure can provide sufficient space for:

• Aircraft parking
• Aircraft maintenance
• Inspection
• Equipment movement
• Aircraft towing
• Ground support operations
• Maintenance personnel

The structural layout can be developed to minimize unnecessary internal columns in the aircraft operating area.

The hangar door is a critical part of the building because aircraft need a large and unobstructed entrance. Possible door solutions include:

• Sliding hangar doors
• Bi-fold doors
• Folding doors
• Telescopic doors
• Vertical-lift doors
• Customized large-span doors

Door width and height can be determined according to the aircraft's wingspan, tail height, fuselage dimensions, and towing requirements.

The internal layout can be planned to support the movement of aircraft and ground equipment. Considerations may include:

• Aircraft entry route
• Towing path
• Turning radius
• Parking position
• Maintenance area
• Equipment movement
• Personnel circulation
• Emergency access

Adequate clearance can be maintained around the aircraft to support routine inspection and maintenance activities.

Depending on the project, the hangar can include dedicated areas for aircraft servicing and maintenance. Possible functional zones include:

• Aircraft maintenance area
• Inspection area
• Tool storage
• Spare parts storage
• Ground equipment area
• Maintenance office
• Staff facilities
• Equipment rooms
• Storage areas

The layout can be customized according to the customer's operational workflow.

The enclosure system can be selected according to the local climate, insulation requirements, appearance, and operating environment.

• Color-coated steel sheets
• EPS sandwich panels
• Rock wool sandwich panels
• PU/PIR sandwich panels
• Insulated roofing systems

• Single-layer steel sheets
• Sandwich panels
• Insulated wall systems
• Customized metal cladding

Additional systems may include skylights, ventilation openings, louvers, gutters, and downpipes.

Yes. Aircraft length, wingspan, height, clearance requirements, and movement requirements can be considered during the design process.

The door size should be based on the aircraft's wingspan, overall height, fuselage dimensions, towing method, and required clearance.

Yes. Large-span steel structural systems can be designed according to the required building width, loads, and local conditions.

Yes. Maintenance areas, equipment zones, storage areas, and service spaces can be incorporated into the layout.

Yes. The structural system can be designed to accommodate an overhead crane according to its capacity, span, lifting height, and operating requirements.

Yes. EPS, rock wool, PU/PIR, and other insulation systems can be selected according to the project requirements.

Yes. Hangar doors and related accessories can be included as part of the overall building solution.

The most useful information includes aircraft type, aircraft dimensions, hangar length and width, required height, project location, hangar purpose, and preferred door type.