Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport is set to witness a significant change in its flight operations as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a notification regarding the scheduled closure of two runways. These closures are attributed to the need for crack repair work, with the aim of ensuring the airport’s structural integrity and safe operations.
The affected runways, namely runway number 25-L and 7-R, are experiencing cracks that have the potential to impact flight operations. In response, the CAA has taken the proactive step of issuing a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) to formally communicate the planned closures to airlines and aviation stakeholders.
These runways are slated to be closed daily for a period of five months, adhering to the outlined schedule:
To minimize disruptions, flight operations will continue utilizing alternative and secondary runways throughout the duration of the repair work. This strategic approach aims to strike a balance between maintaining operational continuity and executing necessary maintenance.
This situation draws parallels to a past incident in February 2019, where flight operations at Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore were temporarily suspended due to the imperative repair of a runway. The decision was prompted by a vigilant captain of a Paris-Lahore bound flight who promptly notified authorities about cracks in the runway observed during landing.
In the aviation world, safety and infrastructure maintenance stand paramount, and the CAA’s measures reflect a commitment to ensuring a secure and efficient aviation environment.
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