Fort Huachuca

VRSG's Fort Huachuca terrain dataset includes detailed 3D terrain model of Fort Huachuca, a detailed model of Sierra Vista Airport/Libby Army Airfield (KFHU), and the surrounding area of Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Fort Huachuca is a U.S. Army installation located in the southeastern Arizona desert. It serves as a major training site for military intelligence and communications and is home to the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence. The base is also involved in various aerospace operations, with an emphasis on drone and aviation training.

• Imagery: 30 cm resolution from the United States Geological Survey (USGS)
• Base Terrain: 1m resolution from CONUS NAIP
• Elevation Data: 10m resolution from NED, with Lidar data used for the airfield

3D Models and Features

• CityEngine Buildings: A series of buildings in the Fort Huachuca area were modeled using Esri CityEngine software. MVRsimulation created an RPK (Rule Package) with custom textures and rules, which were then assigned to building footprints using Terrain Tools. Terrain Tools then compiled the models into the terrain, creating a geotypical urban representation of the area.
• Powerlines and Streetlights: Key infrastructure features, such as powerlines and streetlights, were modeled and integrated into the terrain, further enhancing the realism of the environment.
• Vegetation: Vegetation was added throughout the terrain, using a combination of geotypical tree models and bushes, to replicate the natural landscape around Fort Huachuca and Sierra Vista.

Sierra Vista Airport/Libby Army Airfield (KFHU)

The Sierra Vista Airport, located approximately 8 miles south of the city of Sierra Vista, serves both civilian and military aviation operations. It is a key airfield supporting Fort Huachuca's aviation training needs. The modeled airfield includes the following features:

• Navigational Signage: The model contains FAA-standard signage to guide aircraft to various ramps, taxiways, and other airport areas, ensuring smooth navigation within the airfield.
• Airfield Lighting: The model includes airfield lighting systems, including runway lights, taxiway lights, and approach lighting systems (PAPI).
• Taxiways and Tarmacs: Taxiways and tarmacs were modeled to reflect the current layout of the airfield.
• Geotypical Hangars and Control Tower: The airport’s hangars and control tower were sourced from our 3D Model Library. These pre-existing models were selected for their appropriateness and placed in the terrain to accurately represent the functionality and appearance of the structures at KFHU.
• PAPI Lights and Localizers: Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) lights and Localizer systems were included for aviation training purposes.