Hangar Design - Texas

Location: Texas

Casad Services: Complete Structural Design — Substructure & Superstructure

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Project Overview

CASAD provided comprehensive structural engineering services for the design of an aircraft hangar facility located in Texas. The hangar was designed to accommodate large-span structural requirements while maintaining cost efficiency and constructability. The scope covered substructure foundations to detailed roof framing, ensuring compliance with regional codes and aviation functional needs.

CASAD Infra Solutions demonstrated precision, adaptability, and technical strength through the structural design of the Flemingfeld Hangar. With seamless integration of architectural and structural needs, we delivered engineering support tailored to both function and budget—reinforcing our commitment to high-quality AEC services for global clients.

Structure & Design Overview

Substructure Design

• The hangar foundation system was engineered for high load-bearing capacity to support large clear spans and the concentrated weight of steel columns and truss frames. Key features include:

  • Slab-on-grade with CMU walls: Reinforced concrete slab with detailed reinforcement at openings and tension splice points.

  • Pier footings & isolated column pads: Designed based on geotechnical conditions and anchorage requirements.

  • CMU Wall Details: Specific reinforcements including embedded anchor plates and tie beams for lateral stability.

  • Shear & Moment Foundation Connections: Integrated into slab system to support vertical and horizontal structural demands.

    
    

• Superstructure Design

  The roof system comprises steel joists and deck panels, designed to span wide bays without intermediate supports, ensuring an open and obstruction-free internal area.

  • Framing System:

    • Steel joists spaced 30’ o.c. typical.

    • Girders supporting the joists are moment-connected to steel columns.

  • Roof Decking:

    • VULCRAFT 1½" metal roof deck with insulation, designed for wind uplift resistance.

    • Fastened using a combination of puddle welds (5/8") and manufacturer-specified screw patterns.

  • Connections & Detailing:

    • Beam-to-column moment connections.

    • Steel bearing plates and CMU embedded anchors detailed for durability and alignment.

  • Wall Support System:

    • Masonry backup walls tied to steel frame.

    • Lintel beams and corner reinforcements for all major wall openings.

    
    

Project Highlights

• Wide-span open hangar with no interior supports

• Complete BIM integration for clash detection

• Efficient framing layout using standard steel joists and decking

• Texas-certified engineering with detailing ready for permit submission

• Offshore coordination ensuring cost savings without quality compromise