Airport and aircraft safety is a large concern in the aviation industry. Airport managers addressing deicing issues must balance the need to protect passengers and cargo while also safeguarding the environment. Additionally, federal regulations concerning the discharge of deicing fluids to the environment are becoming increasingly more stringent. CDM assists aviation facilities, both large and small, with deicing/anti-icing issues. Whether it is comparing deicing/anti-icing compounds or designing alternative application and collection systems, CDM is at the forefront of deicing solutions.
CDM's wide range of services includes impact studies on surface water quality from deicing fluid discharges, comparisons of alternative glycol management systems, and design of deicing fluid collection, storage, and treatment facilities. CDM's staff can also provide assistance in preparing National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permits.