Read time: 2 minutes2025 served as a sobering reminder of the complexities inherent in heavy-aircraft safety. While statistical data continues to support the fact that commercial flight remains the safest mode of transportation, a series of high-profile runway...

If you work in airfield maintenance—especially up north—you know that the battle against the elements never really ends. In the winter, you are constantly fighting ice and snow to keep the runways black and safe. But once the spring thaw hits, a new enemy settles in:...

Read Time: 2 MinutesTo prevent aircraft overruns, airports need runway surfaces that stay safe and consistent in every season, especially in wet weather. Once moisture hits the pavement, braking performance drops fast, and that effect only gets worse when layers of...

Read Time: 2 MinutesWhen it comes to shaving, you don’t grab the cheapest can of foam that leaves behind razor burn and stubble. You want something that softens the surface, protects your skin, and delivers a clean, smooth finish. Runway maintenance isn’t all that...

Read Time: 2 MinutesThe ICAO 2024 Safety Report highlights both progress and ongoing risks in global aviation, with runway incursions remaining one of the most pressing challenges. Compared to 2023, the overall number of accidents increased modestly in 2024, and...

For many regional airports, earning FAA Part 139 certification is the gateway to hosting larger commercial air service and attracting new economic opportunities. But the transition from a smaller, nonhub operation to a fully certified Part 139 airport comes with...

Read Time: 2 MinutesRunway overruns remain among the most significant safety hazards facing airports worldwide, responsible for numerous aviation incidents annually. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) introduced the Takeoff and Landing Performance...

Read Time: 4 MinutesSince the mid-20th century, organizations such as NASA, the FAA, and the USAF have invested in extensive research on how wide-body turbojet aircraft affect runway surfaces. One critical finding is that these heavier, faster aircraft deposit more...

Read Time: 2 MinutesYou’ve seen it firsthand: rubber streaks accumulating on your runway, dulling its once-pristine surface and filling the grooves designed for grip. With each landing, you know the stakes are growing higher. It’s not just about appearances—this...