Statewide Aviation Engineering & Pavement

VARIOUS COUNTIES, KY

AVIATION

Palmer Engineering has supported statewide aviation programs through pavement management, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction services for general aviation airports across Kentucky. Working as a subconsultant on multiple statewide contracts, Palmer has helped evaluate existing infrastructure and support improvements that address the varied needs of airports across the Commonwealth.

Statewide Airport Pavement Management
Palmer supported statewide pavement condition evaluations in accordance with FAA Airport Pavement Management System standards using MicroPAVER software. Field data collection included runways, taxiways, and aprons at general aviation airports throughout the state.
The team contributed to Pavement Condition Index (PCI) assessments and graphical summaries for 53 airports across Kentucky, providing valuable information about existing pavement conditions. Palmer also completed Pavement Classification Rating (PCR) analyses for select locations.
Pavement Management Services
- Pavement condition evaluations
- Runway, taxiway, and apron assessments
- Pavement Condition Index (PCI) assessments
- Pavement Classification Rating (PCR) analyses
- Field data collection
- MicroPAVER support
- Graphical pavement condition summaries
Statewide Aviation Engineering & Planning
Palmer’s statewide aviation experience extends beyond pavement management. As a subconsultant to Hanson on the Statewide Aviation Engineering and Planning Contract, the team provided engineering services for airports across Kentucky, addressing environmental, pavement, construction, and runway safety needs.
Featured Assignments
- Kentucky Dam Village State Park Airport - Wetland assessment and mitigation
- Stanton-Powell County Airport - Taxiway pavement rehabilitation construction inspection
- Rough River State Park Airport - Obstruction mitigation plan and construction plans for the runway safety area