When designing flooring systems for aircraft hangars, whether commercial or military, architects and engineers need to focus on safety, long-lasting performance, easy maintenance, and durability. The right floor keeps people and equipment safe while standing up to heavy use.
Key Considerations for Aircraft Hangar Flooring
Aircraft hangars endure heavy traffic, constant foot movement, and the weight and movement of large aircraft. These unique conditions make selecting the appropriate flooring system critical. The approach differs between commercial and military hangars due to variations in operational priorities.
Flooring for Commercial Aircraft Hangars
In commercial hangars, the focus is on easy maintenance and long-lasting performance. These facilities experience frequent aircraft movement for maintenance, repairs, or storage. While the floor does not require high slip resistance throughout, entrance and transition areas (where aircraft and personnel move between the hangar and tarmac) must remain slip resistant.
Commercial Hangar Flooring: 2-4mm GP Tinted Epoxy Matrix System includes:
- Prime and flood coat: EPO-HI GP Tinted Epoxy Resin applied to prepare the surface.
- Targeted silica sand broadcast: Adds texture and slip resistance where needed.
- Encapsulation flood coat: Covers the sand, creating a smooth 2–4mm build.
- Line markings: Two coats of EPO100L to define parking lines or clearway areas.
- Surface protection: Sanding with 180-grit discs, followed by a UV resistant top coat such as Sparta60®.
This creates a smooth, easy-to-clean surface that withstands heavy traffic and UV exposure.
Flooring for Military and Defence Hangars
Military hangars need floors that are slip-resistant, tough, and reliable. The surface must handle heavy aircraft and keep people safe in all conditions.
Military Hanger Flooring: 2-4mm GP Tinted Epoxy Matrix System includes:
- Prime and flood coat: EPO-HI® GP Tinted Epoxy as a strong, durable base.
- Full silica sand broadcast: Applied across the entire floor to ensure uniform slip resistance.
- Entrapment coat: Secures the sand to withstand heavy use.
- Line markings: Two coats of EPO100L for parking or operational lines.
- UV-resistant top coat: Sparta60® protects the surface and markings from wear and sun exposure.
This high-build system prioritises safety and longevity while accommodating the demanding conditions of military hangars.
The Importance of Australian Made Products
For projects in Australia, choosing Australian Made flooring is more important than ever. Local products are designed to handle our unique conditions and support homegrown manufacturing, especially for Australian Defence Force projects.
APC products are locally made and certified Australian, with our manufacturing facilities and head office in Bundamba Qld, west of Brisbane. Our showrooms in capital cities across the country help service customers nationwide.
APC products are also backed by ISO9001 certification, demonstrating consistent quality management and adherence to international standards. We also have products that are APAS approved that meet strict performance and safety requirements for
Government-owned projects, mining, and defence environments.
Q&A: Aircraft Hangar Flooring Considerations
Epoxy resins like EPO-HI® GP Tinted Epoxy provide a strong, chemical-resistant, and easy-to-clean surface that withstands heavy aircraft and equipment traffic.
Commercial hangars require slip resistance mainly in entrance areas, while military hangars benefit from uniform slip resistance across the entire floor.
Yes, applying two coats of EPO100L followed by a UV-resistant top coat such as Sparta60® ensures long-lasting visibility and protection.
APC products are Australian Made systems that meet the environmental and operational requirements of local conditions, including defence facilities.
Why Specifiers Choose APC for Aircraft Hangar Flooring
At APC, we support architects and specifiers every step of the way, from choosing the right system to detailed specifications. Our Australian Made epoxy surface solutions are built for busy industrial spaces, making them easy to maintain, UV resistant, and slip-safe where it matters.
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