Big Ass Fans in Hangar 25

Uncomfortable Problem

The world’s first LEED^® Platinum aviation hangar needed to address issues regarding temperature consistency and bird habitation. Due to the hangar’s high ceiling and large interior, heating and cooling were key challenges for the solar-powered space. Hangar 25 needed an energy efficient cooling method that could effectively circulate air over and around the aircraft in the 51,000 sq. ft. dome-shaped structure.

Smart Solution

Hangar 25 installed seven 24-ft. Powerfoil^®Plus fans, each operating on the building’s solar power. Powerfoil Plus is the proven air movement solution for hangars worldwide.

A Year-round Result

The increased air circulation provided by the Powerfoil Plus creates consistent,comfortable temperatures in Hangar 25 year-round. In the colder months, the fanspeed is slowed to circulate heat that collects at the ceiling level, keeping occupantscomfortable and minimizing heating costs. During the warm California summers,Big Ass Fans distribute gentle (3-5 mph) columns of air, creating unobtrusive breezesthat make occupants feel 6-14 degrees cooler.