Bridges built to accommodate airplane traffic are becoming more common throughout the U.S. Existing airport site constraints have forced the use of runway and taxiway bridges to carry aircraft across roadways, railroads or other facilities. Airside design issues vary significantly from those encountered in the design of traditional highway and railroad bridges. Issues regarding applicable design specifications, bridge geometry, aircraft loading and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements need to be addressed by the designer to assure a long-lasting and low-maintenance facility.
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