United Airlines — Hangar Relocation

United Airlines faced a complex challenge in 2021: completely redeveloping their LAX hangar operations while maintaining round-the-clock flight schedules. The $352 million Hangar Redevelopment Program couldn't afford any disruptions to airline operations, making precise coordination absolutely critical. Chrysalis provided comprehensive relocation management services that kept United's operations running smoothly throughout the massive infrastructure overhaul. The Chrysalis Global team managed frequent stakeholder engagement with airline operations staff, construction crews, and facility managers, adapting the approach as project conditions evolved. The flexible relocation sequencing Chrysalis developed allowed construction to proceed on schedule while ensuring United did not miss a flight. The logistical complexity was immense. Chrysalis consultants coordinated the movement of specialized aircraft maintenance equipment, tool rooms, administrative offices, and operational support facilities—all while aircraft maintenance continued at full capacity. Chrysalis developed detailed relocation schedules that worked around peak maintenance periods, shift changes, and critical aircraft turnarounds. The project's success hinged on the ability to anticipate conflicts before they occurred. Chrysalis created contingency plans for multiple scenarios, maintained constant communication between all parties, and adjusted timelines in real-time when construction or operational needs changed. The United Hangar project demonstrates Chrysalis's expertise in managing complex relocations within active operational environments. The team delivered a seamless transition that protected United's operational imperatives while enabling a major infrastructure investment that will serve the airline for decades to come.