| Project Type | Airfield Lighting, NAVAIDs and Fiber Optic Systems |
|---|---|
| Location | Harlingen, TX |
Description of Project:
Hypower played a pivotal role in the Valley International Airport runway extension in Harlingen, Texas. As the electrical subcontractor responsible for advanced navigational aids (NAVAIDs) and a state-of-the-art fiber optic transmission system, Hypower helped make the airport one of the most technologically advanced in the country, supporting the extended runway’s operational capacity and precise landings in all weather conditions.
The project extended Runway 17R-35L from 8,400 feet to 9,500 feet at a total cost of $35 million, funded 80% by the Airport Improvement Program and 20% by passenger facility charges. An extended runway closure was in place during construction, making timely installation critical to an on-time opening.
Scope Includes
- Installed CAT II ILS, PAPI, DME, RVR and MALSR systems for precision landings
- Installed 6.45 miles of fiber optic transmission systems
- Upgraded airfield lighting to meet FAA requirements
- Completed north- and south-flow CAT II ILS approach systems
- Installed power and communications infrastructure for a new mobile ATCT
- Replaced the existing PAPI on the parallel runway with a new FAA-funded PAPI, housekeeping pad, power and controls
- Coordinated closely with the FAA, airport, engineers and general contractor
- Delivered on schedule and on budget; featured in Airport Improvement magazine
Award: Winner of a 2025 ABC Florida East Coast Chapter Eagle Award for Excellence in Construction.
2024
Foremost Paving, Inc.
