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Augusta Lifeflight Hangar

Augusta University Hospital Case Study

Medical Facility Development: Lifeflight Hangar

Capital Rivers Commercial (CRC) was engaged as the fee developer for Augusta University Hospital’s new Lifeflight facility, designed to support the hospital’s air ambulance operations. Located within the operational boundaries of Augusta Regional Airport, the project required the development of a state-of-the-art hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance, along with fully integrated crew quarters, secured medical supply areas, training and conference rooms, and mission-critical support spaces.

Augusta Lifeflight Hangar​ fee developmentKey highlights:

  • 6,000 SF dedicated aircraft hangar
  • Crew living quarters with private bedrooms and shared amenities
  • Secured medical supply and maintenance storage spaces
  • Charting/flex work areas and conference/training room
  • Temporary Sprung hangar facility built to maintain operations during construction

The project’s airport location and specialized operational needs presented unique challenges from inception through completion.

Key Issues:

  • Active Airport Operations: Construction on an operational airfield required strict coordination with airport management and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Long-term Ground Lease: Navigating the constraints and compliance requirements of an existing ground lease with the airport authority.
  • Regulatory Approvals: Securing approvals from both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Augusta Regional Airport Board.
  • Operational Continuity: Maintaining Lifeflight services during construction through the installation of a temporary Sprung hangar and associated facilities.
  • Specialized Facility Requirements: Accommodating unique design elements for aviation safety, medical storage, and 24/7 crew readiness.

CRC leveraged its development expertise to create a comprehensive, phased execution strategy that met regulatory, operational, and schedule demands.

Strategic Actions:

  • Conducted extensive coordination with FAA and airport officials to ensure regulatory compliance and avoid operational disruptions.
  • Designed a phased plan incorporating a temporary Sprung hangar for uninterrupted Lifeflight service.
  • Partnered with specialized contractors experienced in aviation facilities to address hangar and airside construction requirements.
  • Integrated custom crew quarters and support areas into the building’s design to meet both residential comfort and high-stress operational demands.
  • Implemented rigorous safety and scheduling protocols to align construction milestones with airport operations.

The new Lifeflight facility enhances Augusta University Hospital’s ability to provide rapid, life-saving emergency transport services across the region.

Project Outcomes:

  • Operational Efficiency: Expanded hangar capacity and optimized crew response times.
  • Regulatory Success: Full FAA and airport authority approvals with zero operational shutdowns.
  • Specialized Infrastructure: Purpose-built spaces for aircraft maintenance, medical storage, and crew readiness.
  • On-Time Delivery: Project completed within contracted schedule despite regulatory complexity and operational constraints.
  • Client Satisfaction: Augusta University Hospital now operates from a facility tailored to their mission-critical needs.

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