Airport’s Fire Station No. 1 opens Jan. 18
New facility is part of new complex set to open off I-70
01/16/08
INDIANAPOLIS— When the new Indianapolis airport opens in late 2008, its $6 million Fire Station Number 1 will be a visible landmark for departing passengers and visitors.
Why was a new Airport Fire Department (AFD) station needed? Two important reasons:
- To meet the needs of the expanding airport complex, and
- To continue providing the best possible emergency response times for passengers, airline and airport personnel, and members of the local community.
Ground was broken for the facility on December 1, 2006. The building was designed by RQAW and built by R. L. Turner with oversight by Shrewsberry & Associates. Construction management was provided by Garcia Construction.
The station was completed in December of 2007 and formally dedicated on January 18, 2008. It houses six on-duty firefighters and four full-time administrative personnel.
- For building details, please see the facility’s Facts & Features sheet.
- For information about the department, please see AFD’s History & Background sheet.