International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), a provider of aircraft painting and coating services, has partnered with design-build contractor ARCO National Construction to renovate two adjacent hangars totaling 46,000 square feet at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport in Texas.
Each 23,000-square-foot facility will undergo upgrades to support advanced aerospace coating and MRO operations. Key enhancements target environmental control, lighting, and mechanical systems to comply with industry standards for aircraft painting.
The project features a high-performance HVAC system delivering five air changes per hour, new exhaust fans, and make-up air units for optimal airflow and contaminant control. Explosion-proof LED lighting will provide 93 foot-candles at work surfaces, ensuring visibility in hazardous locations.
Additional modifications include removing legacy infrared heating and lighting, installing a galvanized rooftop steel platform for mechanical equipment, and adding interior structural steel framing for updated HVAC ducting and distribution.
The first aircraft induction is scheduled for September 2026. Parker Snyder, ARCO’s director of business development, stated: “Our team understands the critical importance of environmental control, safety, and system performance in aircraft coating facilities, and we are committed to delivering a solution that supports IAC’s operational excellence.”
This renovation aligns with IAC’s ongoing expansions, including a new 74,920-square-foot widebody hangar under construction with ARCO at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, set for completion in 2026.