Safety:
OUR TOP
PRIORITY
Ensuring SAFETY
As the pandemic recedes, John Wayne Airport stands ready to help even more guests get back to their love of travel—giving every passenger the confidence and assurance they need with our clean, safe and secure environment.
ENHANCED VIDEO VISIBILITY
We completed upgrades of the Airport’s CCTV security system, which included installation of a Genetec Video Management System at the Airport’s Operations Center, as well as the required electrical and telecommunication infrastructure upgrades.
ANOTHER BRIGHT IDEA: IMPROVED AIRFIELD LIGHTING
We completed the Airfield Lighting Improvements Project, which included replacement of Runway 20R-2L incandescent edge lights with LED lights, installing in-pavement runway guard lights to increase safety at Runway/Taxiway intersections, replacement of old airfield signage and power cables, and replacement and relocation of the Airport rotating beacon.
FAA CERTIFICATION INSPECTION
In February, the Airport successfully completed its annual FAA Part 139 Certification Inspection. The three-day comprehensive inspection included a review of numerous facility and personnel training records, a detailed assessment of the airfield and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting training records, equipment, and a timed response drill.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE
We facilitated Emergency Response Team (ERT) training for numerous JWA staff and stakeholders. Whatever the emergency, preparedness is always key.
WE’LL PREPARE FOR RAINY DAYS AND INCREASED PASSENGER TRAFFIC
We'll complete the Terminal roof and floor expansion joints project—improving our Terminal facility from top to bottom. The roof repair project will ensure water-tight protection year-round, while the floor expansion joints project will improve the beauty of our walkways.
WE’LL CONTINUE AIRFIELD SAFETY EFFORTS
We’ll develop and welcome an enhanced airfield safety program for maintenance staff—reinforcing our priority of protection.
WE’LL EXPAND OUR SAFETY TEAM
We plan to welcome a fourth Explosive Detection Team (EDT) to increase our efforts to locate explosive devices. Another canine sniffer and handler means even more safety for the traveling public.