Ahmedabad: People coming to SVPI airport may face some trouble between January and May. The runway maintenance work of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is proposed to be done from January to May due to which the runway will be closed for 9 hours perday from January 3, 2022 to May 2022.
According to officials at the SVPI, initially, the proposal for maintenance work of the runway was to commence from November 10 this year however it was shifted to next year after keeping into consideration the upcoming festive season.
“The runway maintenance and closure were initially proposed from 10th November 2021 to 31st May 2022, however owing to the onset of the festive season and feedback from the industry fraternity we are evaluating the condition and reducing the closure period to make the airport available for our passengers,” said a spokesperson for SVPI Airport Ahmedabad.
“Accordingly, we have already applied to DGCA for a revised schedule from January 3, 2022 till May 2022 from 9 am to 6 pm except on public holidays and Sundays. This is to ensure reduced passenger inconvenience and a seamless service experience during this period,” the spokesperson added.
“The work will focus on Run-way Overlaying, Runway Strip Grading and Slope assessment, Runway End Safety Area (RESA) Grading and Slope assessment, along with Stormwater drain construction and Reinstallation of Signages on maneuvering area. ,” the spokesperson further said.