Modifications to an Existing Glycol Retention Pond and Alternative Technologies Review for Aircraft Deicing Operations and Glycol Recovery and Treatment: Dane County Regional Airport

<p>The purpose of this study was to review new aircraft deicing technologies and developments and surmise which approach may be the most appropriate for the Dane County Regional Airport’s (KMSN) expansion plans, size, available funds, and environmental impact reduction efforts. This paper focuses on the emerging glycol source reduction issues that may be most suitable for this particular airport. A new deicing technology at KMSN would reduce the amount of aircraft deicing fluid used, allow for effacing flight operations, limit environmental impact, and lessen the costs of maintaining and operating the current glycol fluid recovery and treatment system.</p> <p>Storm water discharge regulations are becoming increasingly stringent at airports in the United States. The FAA requires aircraft deicing when weather conditions warrant. The EPA requires that glycol fluid be collected and treated prior to proper disposal. Passenger safety is the foremost concern for airports and airlines and is the cornerstone by which all aircraft deicing decisions are made. The advent of new more environmentally-friendly aircraft deicing technologies is facilitating the balance between aviation safety and environmental protection.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Aeronautical Science

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis - Open Access

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Aeronautical Science

Year

2000

Author dc:creator

• Sletten, Steven J.

Contributors dc:contributor

• Donald Hunt
• Tim Brady
• Mary Snow

• glycol
• retention pond
• deicing
• aircraft
• Dane County Regional Airport
• Aviation
• Maintenance Technology
• Management and Operations

Repository record dc:identifier

https://commons.erau.edu/db-theses/184

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:commons.erau.edu:db-theses-1267