As aviation infrastructure continues to evolve, the pressure to deliver safer, faster, and more cost-effective projects has never been greater. With complex underground utilities posing significant risks to construction timelines and safety, the industry is turning to smarter digital solutions to stay ahead. One such innovation, utility basemapping with Extended Data in Autodesk Civil 3D, is reshaping how design teams anticipate and mitigate utility conflicts before they become costly setbacks.

One of our aviation experts, Lindsey Davis, PE has a lot to offer on this topic. In her article, “Smarter Aviation Infrastructure: How Civil 3D Utility Basemapping with Extended Data Prioritizes Safety, Schedule, and Cost,” Lindsey explores how this technology is being put into action at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), where a collaboration between Primera Engineers, Urban Engineers, and Burns Engineering is setting a new standard for utility modeling. Read on to learn how Civil 3D is enhancing confidence, coordination, and control in aviation infrastructure projects here.