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News Release from: TPS | Subject: Air bridge
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 06 June 2005
World largest passenger air bridge
The world's largest passenger air bridge - a unique passenger bridge at Gatwick Airport - has been officially opened, by Transport Secretary Alistair Darling.
A unique passenger bridge at Gatwick Airport has been officially opened, by Transport Secretary Alistair Darling The Pier 6 bridge is 197 metres long and provides passengers a direct pedestrian link to aircraft, saving an estimated 50,000 coach journeys a year
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 19 Aug 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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It spans a live taxiway, and at 32 metres high, will allow Boeing 747-400 jets to pass underneath.
Croydon-based design consultancy, TPS, was involved in the design of the pre-assembly area and carried out structural assessments of the pavements and services along the bridge's route.
The bridge was moved into position last May, providing a link to the North Terminal from the Pier 6 satellite building.
The bridge is an innovation in design and construction - based on the human spine - and with floor to ceiling glass giving 360-degree views across Gatwick.
It is estimated that an anticipated 3 million people will use it each year.
Pier 6 provides 11 new pier-served aircraft stands and gaterooms for passengers, as well as a cafe bar and shops.
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