FAR Airport, Concept

Fly Far Airport Bistrița is a preliminary architecture and urbanism concept for a regional airport and strategic NATO base located in the outskirts of Buduș, Bistrița-Năsăud. Developed for FAR Foundation S.R.L., the project envisions a multimodal transport hub for North-West Romania that combines commercial passenger aviation, cargo logistics, and aeronautical maintenance. The infrastructure is designed to meet NATO interoperability standards, serving as a strategic asset on the eastern flank of the Alliance. This dual-use facility aims to integrate civilian and military functions within a cohesive, modern architectural framework The master plan covers a total land area of 871,600 sqm and features a 2,500-meter long by 45-meter wide runway capable of operating Code 4C aircraft, such as the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320, as well as military transport planes. The southeast cluster includes a 7,700 sqm passenger terminal designed with efficient flows to ensure a maximum walking distance of under 300 meters. To the northwest, the project features a dedicated logistics and maintenance zone, including a 4,800 sqm cargo terminal and four hangars totaling 13,600 sqm. The architectural design incorporates sustainable features, including extensive rooftop solar panel arrays and green "living" roofs.