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COLLECTING DATA ON AIRPORTS RUNWAYS
NextRoad supports airport operators, airfield managers, airport authorities, and project owners in conducting airport pavement surveys and collecting the technical data required for effective airfield infrastructure management.
As the first step in any asset management strategy, pavement surveys provide a clear understanding of the condition of runways, taxiways, and aircraft parking aprons. The data collected forms the foundation for reliable diagnostics, maintenance planning, and future rehabilitation projects.
Objective
Airport infrastructures are subjected to significant stresses resulting from aircraft traffic, heavy wheel loads, environmental conditions, and operational constraints.
Without objective data, it becomes difficult to accurately assess pavement condition, anticipate deterioration, or plan the investments required to maintain operational performance and safety.
Airport pavement surveys make it possible to:
- assess the structural and functional condition of airfield pavements;
- measure infrastructure performance;
- identify areas showing signs of deterioration or structural fatigue;
- anticipate maintenance and rehabilitation requirements;
- improve operational safety;
- optimize maintenance budgets;
- monitor asset condition over time;
- build and maintain a centralized technical database.
The results obtained can then be used to support pavement diagnostics, bearing capacity assessments, ACR/PCR calculations, and long-term maintenance programs.
What data are we collecting ?
Using specialized equipment and experienced teams, we carry out survey campaigns tailored to the specific constraints of airport operations.
Longitudinal Roughness Measurements
Longitudinal roughness assessments evaluate the regularity of the runway profile and the quality of aircraft ride conditions.
These measurements help identify deformations that may affect operational performance or accelerate pavement deterioration.
Friction and Macrotexture Measurements
Runway friction is a critical factor in ensuring safe take-off and landing operations.
Our certified equipment measures:
- pavement friction characteristics;
- surface macrotexture;
- drainage performance;
- areas with reduced skid resistance.
These data help identify locations requiring corrective actions or enhanced monitoring.
Pavement Distress Surveys and Serviceability Index Assessment
Our experts conduct detailed surveys of pavement defects on runways, taxiways, and aprons, including:
- cracking;
- alligator cracking;
- raveling;
- edge deterioration;
- surface deformation;
- localized damage.
These observations are used to determine the Pavement Serviceability Index and provide a consistent assessment of the overall condition of airport assets.
Bearing Capacity and Deflection Measurements
Evaluating pavement bearing capacity is essential to ensure compatibility between airport infrastructure and the aircraft it serves.
Deflection measurements make it possible to:
- assess pavement structural behavior;
- identify weakened areas;
- support pavement strengthening studies;
- contribute to ACR/PCR evaluations.
Additional Investigations
Depending on project requirements, our teams can also perform:
- geotechnical investigations;
- pavement coring;
- ground penetrating radar (GPR) surveys;
- material testing and analysis;
- bearing capacity assessments.
Certified Equipment for Reliable Data
Part of the data collection process is carried out using certified measurement systems compliant with applicable standards and industry requirements.
Our equipment includes:
This approach ensures the reliability, repeatability, and traceability of all collected data.
Deliverables
The deliverables vary depending on the measured characteristic and the equipment used, and they can all be centralized in the user-friendly platform M.A.O.R.I.E. This way, all your data is located in one place, allowing for a more dynamic and efficient analysis.
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