Automatic Sprinkler System – Corrosion Control Hangar, Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait

As part of the U.S. Department of Defense’s infrastructure expansion under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, a Corrosion Control Hangar was constructed at Ahmad Al Jaber Air Base to support F/A‑18 Super Hornet operations.

I was responsible for the complete fire protection system design for this specialized aircraft maintenance facility, in accordance with UFC 3-600-01 and relevant NFPA codes.

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Scope of Work:

• Design of a wet-pipe automatic sprinkler system tailored for Group II aircraft hangar occupancy

• Hydraulic calculations and sizing of sprinkler piping network using NFPA 13 and UFC standards

• Zoning and sprinkler head layout to ensure unobstructed coverage across maintenance bays and support areas

• Coordination with structural and mechanical disciplines to integrate sprinkler mains and branch lines within the building envelope

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The design ensured fire safety coverage for both the hangar area and ancillary spaces, supporting mission-critical corrosion treatment activities with full regulatory compliance.

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