Halifax Stanfield Runway Extension Work Continues
Work continues to extend the main runway (05/23) at Halifax Stanfield International Airport from 8,800 to 10,500 feet.
The main runway will be extended by 1,330 feet at the south end (by Old Guysborough Road) and by 370 feet at the north end (toward Enfield). Work includes excavation, backfilling, and paving in support of the runway and taxiway extensions, associated airfield electrical and lighting components, connecting service roads, relocation and replacement of major navigational aids on both runway ends, and replacement of the Category II high intensity approach lighting system at the north end of the runway.
Halifax International Airport Authority undertook extensive research, consultation and weather analysis to help determine the best construction schedule to minimize the impact for passengers. However, with any major runway construction project, there are some risks to flight schedules.
Minimal Impact on Flight Schedules Expected – May 22 to July 29, 2012
During this period, runway 05/23 will remain fully operational with all navigational aids available. The Airport’s secondary runway 14/32 will also be fully operational, except for a two week closure from May 22 until June 4 and short-term temporary closures as weather conditions and operational requirements permit.
Minimal impact on airline flight schedules is expected during this time. However, unusual or extreme high winds have the potential to cause flight schedule disruptions.
Increased Potential for Flight Schedule Disruptions – July 30 to November 15, 2012
During this period, runway 05/23 will be reduced in length with limited navigational aids available (no Instrument Landing System). Runway 14/32 will be fully operational with short-term temporary closures as weather conditions and operational requirements permit.
This period presents the greater potential for impact on flight schedules. Unusual or extreme weather conditions such as high winds or poor visibility have the potential to cause flight schedule disruptions.
Air travellers are a
The main runway will be extended by 1,330 feet at the south end (by Old Guysborough Road) and by 370 feet at the north end (toward Enfield). Work includes excavation, backfilling, and paving in support of the runway and taxiway extensions, associated airfield electrical and lighting components, connecting service roads, relocation and replacement of major navigational aids on both runway ends, and replacement of the Category II high intensity approach lighting system at the north end of the runway.
Halifax International Airport Authority undertook extensive research, consultation and weather analysis to help determine the best construction schedule to minimize the impact for passengers. However, with any major runway construction project, there are some risks to flight schedules.
Minimal Impact on Flight Schedules Expected – May 22 to July 29, 2012
During this period, runway 05/23 will remain fully operational with all navigational aids available. The Airport’s secondary runway 14/32 will also be fully operational, except for a two week closure from May 22 until June 4 and short-term temporary closures as weather conditions and operational requirements permit.
Minimal impact on airline flight schedules is expected during this time. However, unusual or extreme high winds have the potential to cause flight schedule disruptions.
Increased Potential for Flight Schedule Disruptions – July 30 to November 15, 2012
During this period, runway 05/23 will be reduced in length with limited navigational aids available (no Instrument Landing System). Runway 14/32 will be fully operational with short-term temporary closures as weather conditions and operational requirements permit.
This period presents the greater potential for impact on flight schedules. Unusual or extreme weather conditions such as high winds or poor visibility have the potential to cause flight schedule disruptions.
Air travellers are a
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Source: Halifax Stanfield International Airport
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