Jet Blast Analysis 2004

As part of ongoing Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CONRAC) representation services, Jacobsen/Daniels Associates (JDA) was called upon to conduct a jet blast study to evaluate the potential jet blast impacts that aircraft operating on the airfield would have on the planned CONRAC facility at Kansas City International Airport (MCI). The CONRAC site's proximity to the airfield raised safety concerns for CONRAC personnel as well as rental car property that would be situated near the departure end of Runway 1R-19L. In order to assist the RAC industry and Airport in understanding the potential hazards associated with the airfield, JDA prepared a jet blast analysis and report identifying potential risks that may affect the site.

The analysis and report was designed to evaluate both typical and atypical airfield activity that may impact the CONRAC site. The evaluation involved simulating various aircraft movements and associated jet blast contours using AutoCAD and specialized computer modeling software. The results of the models were the basis for determining where jet blast hazards exist, the probability of hazard and where facility improvements and operational restrictions could be implemented to mitigate the impacts and protect CONRAC personnel and property.

JDA's efforts were successful in assisting the Airport and RAC Industry in recognizing the potential hazards and provided options to mitigate the impacts, which were considered the best interests of the CONRAC and the Airport.