Aviation View | Volume 2, Issue 3

77 AVIATION VIEW VOLUME 2, ISSUE 3 of consolidating its facilities and functions. “All our operational staff members are cross-trained capable to perform ARFF, Airport Operations and Airport maintenance duties,” says Wright, “We plan to consolidate all the equipment (ARFF and SRE) under one roof in the new facility to streamline our operations and maximize staff efficiency.” The combined ARFF/SRE facility is under construction by Hy-Tec Construction, a local company that Wright says is undertaking the project like building owners, owing to the shared interests with the airport. He notes, “They have a personal stake in the airport because they are also users. The subcontractors also include many local resources, so we are excited to see local investment into the craftsmanship of these buildings.” Future development will fill in approximately 20 acres between the current terminal area and the new ARFF/SRE facility since the current terminal area is nearing completion. “Over the next 20 218.829.8529 | hytecconstruction.com 11360 Business 371, Brainerd MN COMMERCIAL | RESIDENTIAL | ARCHITECTURE INNOVATION FROM THE GROUND UP BRA INERD LAKES REGIONAL A I RPORT