In a stride towards sustainability and modernization, Houston Airports announces the arrival of its first batch of Ford F-150 Lightnings, marking a significant step in its commitment to environmental responsibility.
With 13 out of 25 ordered vehicles now included in the airport system’s fleet, Houston Airports is set to revolutionize its operations while staying true to its pledge of carbon neutrality by 2030 for light-duty fleet vehicles.
The entire airport system, which encompasses George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD), is working to become carbon neutral by 2050.
The Houston Airports Maintenance Division installed 12 charging stations at the Administration Building and all three airports. Each charging station can charge two vehicle simultaneously.
The Ford F-150 Lightnings are being used by the Houston Airports Maintenance, Operations, IT and Infrastructure Divisions.
“The arrival of the Ford F-150 Lightnings signifies a thoughtful step towards a more sustainable airport system,” said Scott Hill, Interim Chief Maintenance Officer for Houston Airports. “As our fleet inches closer to zero emissions, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also modernizing our operations to meet the evolving needs of our community.”
- According to Ford, over a lifetime of about 225,000 miles, each F-150 Lightning stands to save nearly 80 tons of CO2 and 8,777 gallons of fuel, which would cost $26,331 at $3 a gallon. Multiply that by 25 for the initial fleet of all-electric trucks, and the forecasted fuel savings for Houston Airports is more than $650,000.
With plans to expand its electric vehicle lineup, Houston Airports aims to set a precedent for sustainable aviation practices.
