Door Systems
Bi-fold, hydraulic, or stack/sliding doors. Door width/height drives frame reactions and header depth—size it right for your aircraft.
Bi-FoldHydraulicStack/Sliding
Metal Buildings Guide
Airplane Hangars
Clear-span steel hangars engineered for wide door openings, tall eaves, and airport wind exposure. Choose the right door system and coordinate apron, fire-code, and electrical early.
Clear Span & Height
Red iron rigid frames deliver open interiors with eaves commonly 18–30′+. Consider tail height, wingtip clearance, and future fleet growth.
Red IronOpen SpanTall Eaves
Airport Loads
Higher wind exposure (C/D), large openings, and drift around door canopies affect design. Verify uplift, lateral bracing, and purlin/girt sizing.
Exposure C/DUpliftBracing
Apron & Utilities
Coordinate slab/apron joint, door sill elevation, trench drains, power for door motors, and fire/life-safety per airport authority.
Apron JointTrench DrainsPower/Fire
Popular Clear Spans
Widths & Modules
50–80′ common for GA; 100–150′ for corporate/MRO. Add length in 20–25′ bays. Check door manufacturer’s required rough opening.
Heights & Doors
Clearances
Eave 18–30′+. Door options bi-fold/hydraulic/stack; verify tail and prop clearance plus snow/ice load on door leaf.
Codes & Loads
Engineer It Right
Wind exposure, seismic, snow drift at door canopies, and risk category per local authority. Confirm fire separation and egress.
Next Steps
- 1. Run CodeSmart™ to note wind, snow, and seismic for your airport address.
- 2. Select door system (bi-fold, hydraulic, stack) and target clear span/eave height.
- 3. Coordinate apron joint, door sill elevation, power, and drainage with the airport.
- 4. Plan bracing lines, openings, and insulation/ventilation for condensation control.
- 5. Verify with your local authority/airport, then request a quote from the supplier recommended by CodeSmart™.
Always confirm loads and approvals with the airport/authority having jurisdiction. Door manufacturers may require specific header depths and sill details.