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Base Structures involved in the UK’s first ever dedicated drone port

Base Structures are proud to be a key part of this ground-breaking project to design and construct a dedicated drone airport in Coventry – the first ever in the UK.

The project sees multiple partners working together to create ‘Air One,’ an ambitious fabric structure that hosts a moveable hydraulic FATO platform (final approach and take-off area) in the structure’s centre.

The 45m diameter structures was clad with PVC coated polyester fabric and included a fabric lining incorporating clear visual panels to the internal drum wall.

Although we’re at the forefront of such technology, it’s widely believed that drones will play an increasing transportation roll across the world and may be a more familiar sight in the skies above us. UK company Urban Air Port look to grow such an industry, with one day hosting electric and Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft from their Vertiports that could be used to transport paying passengers.

For more information about this project, visit: www.urbanairport.com or contact: sales@basestructures.com

For more information about Base Structures, visit: www.basestructures.com and have a look at their extensive portfolio of tensile fabric solutions and canopies for outdoor areas.

For any questions or to chat through some options with the team:
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sales@basestructures.com