Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport New Cargo Area Development

Ardurra delivered planning, environmental, and engineering services for Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport's (GSP) cargo area development, addressing explosive 118% cargo growth requiring immediate infrastructure expansion. The strategic project accommodated the critical need for multiple Boeing 747-800 wide-body parking positions essential to the airport's continued growth trajectory.

Working through complex environmental compliance requirements, Ardurra secured FAA Categorical Exclusion (CATEX) approval under Order 1050.1F guidelines while identifying optimal alternatives for cargo operations development. The team played a key role in helping GSP justify and secure FAA discretionary funding for this critical infrastructure investment.

Key Project Highlights:

• Addressed 118% cargo growth explosion requiring immediate infrastructure expansion for Boeing 747-800 operations

• Secured FAA CATEX approval following a comprehensive environmental impact assessment and regulatory compliance coordination

• Designed ultimate build-out capacity accommodating up to nine 747-800 parking positions through a strategic phased development approach

• Constructed Phase 1 infrastructure, including 60,000 SY concrete ramp and taxilane connector to existing parallel taxiway "L"

• Developed landside facilities featuring a rough-graded pad for a future 200'x800' building and vehicle parking infrastructure

• Extended Gateway Drive with streetscaping, driveway access, and a control vehicle gate supporting secure cargo operations

• Implemented comprehensive stormwater management designed for the ultimate build-out runoff capacity in Phase 1 construction

The project has helped position GSP for continued cargo growth while establishing a phased development framework supporting future expansion. Strategic environmental compliance and funding coordination have enabled critical infrastructure investment, supporting the airport's role as a major regional cargo hub.