Keeping Airfields Safe and Organized

Navigating the Challenges of Airside Operations

Few environments require more careful coordination than the operational side of an airport. Aircraft, service vehicles, baggage equipment, maintenance crews, contractors and emergency responders often share the same environment, while temporary hazards can develop with little warning. Pavement repairs, utility work, disabled aircraft, FOD cleanup and other routine or unexpected events can all require quick changes to how people and vehicles move through an airport.

Clear, highly visible boundaries help crews respond without disrupting more of the operation than necessary. By identifying closed pavement, protecting active work zones and guiding traffic around restricted areas, portable safety equipment supports safer, more organized movement across runways, taxiways, aprons and service roads.

Maintaining safety during airport construction is a nuanced operation

Why Low-Profile Barricades Matter

Visibility is essential around aircraft movement areas, but safety equipment cannot become an unnecessary obstruction. Low-profile barricades help clearly communicate closures and temporary hazards while preserving sightlines for pilots, ground crews and vehicle operators.

Common airside safety applications include:

  • Closing sections of runways and taxiways during maintenance or repairs
  • Protecting crews and equipment working near active operations
  • Marking temporary hazards, disabled aircraft and FOD cleanup areas
  • Redirecting ground vehicles around changing traffic patterns
  • Separating construction and staging areas from operational spaces
Lo-Pro™ Airport Barricade on Runway

Build a More Visible Closure with Reflective Sheeting, Lights & Flags

Low Profile. High Visibility.

Designed for Closures Where Airfield Visibility Matters

The Lo-Pro™ is a low-profile, interlocking barricade system used to close runways and taxiways and define construction zones. Near active aircraft movement, its reduced height helps maintain visibility and meet low-profile barricade requirements without creating an added obstruction.

FAA Advisory Circular No. AC150/5370-2G compliant

8-Foot Wide Coverage
Build long, continuous closures		10-inch profile
Purpose-built airfield height
Water-ballasted
Light to position and stable
when filled (up to 220lbs.)		Interlocking design
Connectors molded into barricade
and pivot 90° - 180°

Add Visibility and Branding with Custom Colors & Sheeting

Strong Perimeters. Adaptable Setups.

Protect Larger Work Areas with the Hydrocade™

The Hydrocade™ is an interlocking, water-filled barrier system used to define construction zones, protect equipment and separate staging areas around gates, aprons and other controlled spaces. Its highly visible profile, water-ballasted stability and optional fencing help create a secure perimeter without requiring permanent installation.

Crash tested for TL-3 MASH Acceptance and Meets MUTCD Standards

Water-filled stability
Deploy empty and ballast on location		Efficient stacking
Support transportation and project staging
Optional fencing
Add height and perimeter definition where needed		Built-In Connector Pins
Sturdy and snaps onto barricade for storage


Durable Recycled Rubber Wheel Chocks Customizable with Your Logo

Stable positioning. Safer ground operations.

Help Keep Parked Aircraft in Place with Aircraft Wheel Chocks

Aircraft wheel chocks help prevent unintended movement while aircraft are parked for loading, fueling, maintenance or routine servicing. Their durable construction and high-visibility design make them easy for ground crews to position, identify and remove while also supporting the secure placement of ground service equipment.

Durable Recycled Rubber
Won't chip, crack, or crumble and
resistant to weather, oil, salt, moisture
Customize with Your Logo
Emboss onto chock or paint
for increased visibility
Optional Cat Eye Reflectors
Reflective glass beads help with
nighttime visibility		Wide Body
24"W x 7"D x 6"H and 25 lbs. each
(50 lbs. / pair)


Additional Safety Considerations

Delineators

Airport Barricade Flags & Lights

Aircraft Ballast

Watchtower™ Delineator
Easy to set up, large-handled delineators, used to provide protection and visibility for vehicles and pedestrians.
Airport Barricade Flags & Light
Orange vinyl flags with stiffeners and 360° Red LED Airport Lights for maximized visibility
Aircraft Ballast
Recycled rubber bases used to balance the weight of aircraft. 25 & 50 lbs. available. 

Why Airports Choose Plasticade

Airside operations leave little room for safety equipment that is difficult to deploy, hard to see or unable to withstand demanding conditions. Plasticade products help airports, contractors and ground crews establish clear boundaries, protect active work areas and secure equipment with solutions designed for repeated use and changing operational needs.

From low-profile runway and taxiway closures to water-filled perimeter systems and aircraft wheel chocks, our product line supports safer, more organized operations across the airport. Our experienced traffic safety team can help identify the right products, configurations and visibility options for each application.

Several qualities make Plasticade products particularly well suited for airport environments:

  • Purpose-built solutions for runway, taxiway, apron and gate-area applications
  • High-visibility designs that clearly communicate closures and restricted areas
  • Durable construction suited for frequent deployment and demanding conditions
  • Portable, easy-to-position products that adapt as work zones change
  • Interlocking and configurable systems for creating continuous boundaries
  • Custom colors, reflective sheeting, stenciling and branding options
  • Efficient stacking and transportation for easier storage and deployment