Major Expansion
American Airlines is implementing a major expansion and redevelopment program for Passenger Terminals 8 and 9 at J.F. Kennedy International Airport. This complex project requires construction of new buildings and infrastructure systems with the limited space of the existing 42-acre Passenger Terminal Complex, resulting in a totally different terminal and concourse configuration.

Direct Fueling for 57 Gate Positions
Argus designed a new aircraft hydrant fueling system providing direct fueling of 57 gate positions for American Airlines at JFK. The hydrant systems include: transfer piping, control valve vaults, isolation valve pits, hydrant pits, low point drain pits, high point vent pits, cathodic protection systems, leak detection systems and emergency fuel shut-off systems. The gate positions and aircraft parking positions are designed for a specific mix and type of aircraft ranging from Regional Jets to B-777s.

Minimum Gate Closure Required
The new system requires a phased construction program to match building and apron construction projects while keeping the existing hydrant system operational to serve ongoing passenger/aircraft operations.