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30 May 2025
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Fire stations of the world: Ford International Airport opens new Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) facility, US
Gerald R Ford International Airport completed its new $14,5 million Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) building, designed to support the Airport’s ongoing commitment to safety and operational efficiency. The 25 000-square-foot facility will provide space for the 19-person ARFF team and is part of the Airport’s 24/7 emergency response capabilities. It was designed to enhance passenger safety and aircraft operations with specialised features, including:
“Our team is thrilled to announce the opening of the ARFF building,” said Alex Peric, vice president and COO of the Gerald R Ford International Airport Authority. “As the Airport continues to grow and serve more travellers, we strive to maintain the highest level of safety and operations for our community. This significant investment will further support our efforts to respond swiftly and efficiently to any emergency situation that may arise and we are grateful to our team and partners for making this possible.”
Located on the east side of the airfield, the ARFF building is adjacent to the Airport Operations Centre to facilitate efficient communication and coordination between teams during emergency events. The facility will also serve as a hub for training and supporting the Ford International Airport’s mutual aid partners.
The project was funded through a combination of federal and state grants and general Airport revenues.
DLZ of Michigan served as the project architect, with Miller-Davis Company as the general contractor.
About the Gerald R Ford International Airport
The Gerald R Ford International Airport is Michigan's second-busiest airport, serving more than four million passengers annually with eight commercial airline partners offering nonstop flights to over 35 destinations. Managed and operated by the Gerald R Ford International Airport Authority, the airport supports over 40 000 jobs in the region and contributes more than $7 billion to the local economy each year.
Sources: Gerald R Ford International Airport
- Larger bays for four advanced firefighting vehicles.
- Expanded training spaces and specialized equipment for ARFF personnel.
- Direct access to the recently completed Airport Operations Centre.
“Our team is thrilled to announce the opening of the ARFF building,” said Alex Peric, vice president and COO of the Gerald R Ford International Airport Authority. “As the Airport continues to grow and serve more travellers, we strive to maintain the highest level of safety and operations for our community. This significant investment will further support our efforts to respond swiftly and efficiently to any emergency situation that may arise and we are grateful to our team and partners for making this possible.”
Located on the east side of the airfield, the ARFF building is adjacent to the Airport Operations Centre to facilitate efficient communication and coordination between teams during emergency events. The facility will also serve as a hub for training and supporting the Ford International Airport’s mutual aid partners.
The project was funded through a combination of federal and state grants and general Airport revenues.
DLZ of Michigan served as the project architect, with Miller-Davis Company as the general contractor.
About the Gerald R Ford International Airport
The Gerald R Ford International Airport is Michigan's second-busiest airport, serving more than four million passengers annually with eight commercial airline partners offering nonstop flights to over 35 destinations. Managed and operated by the Gerald R Ford International Airport Authority, the airport supports over 40 000 jobs in the region and contributes more than $7 billion to the local economy each year.
Sources: Gerald R Ford International Airport