CLT Fourth Parallel Runway Digital Twin Project
Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Source: Charlotte Douglas International Airport
The project involves the construction of the Fourth Parallel Runway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), which will be equipped with approximately 2,000 embedded sensors to create a 'Digital Twin'—a virtual replica of the runway conditions. This smart runway will enable real-time maintenance, operational, and safety decisions by collecting data on pavement stress, moisture, friction,
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Road, Cement
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The project involves the construction of the Fourth Parallel Runway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), which will be equipped with approximately 2,000 embedded sensors to create a 'Digital Twin'—a virtual replica of the runway conditions. This smart runway will enable real-time maintenance, operational, and safety decisions by collecting data on pavement stress, moisture, friction, and other factors. The runway is 10,000 feet by 150 feet, 18 inches deep, with significant asphalt and concrete pavement. The project is a collaboration between CLT and UNC Charlotte's Aviation Innovation & Research Institute, funded by grants including a $2 million FAA grant. |
Original sector | Development & Infrastructure |
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Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | North Carolina |
City | Charlotte |
Source
Source | Charlotte Douglas International Airport |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Road, Cement |
Article published date | 2026-04-30 |
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