The primary runway at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport reopened Thursday afternoon, December 22nd. The runway is undergoing a $40-million rehabilitation project. With a majority of the work completed, the project has come in on time and under budget.
The reopening is a significant enhancement to aircraft operations at LBB, providing two full strength, commercial service runways.
“We are very proud of this project. The contractor, engineer, and airport staff have done a tremendous job,” Kelly Campbell, Executive Director of Aviation said. “After approximately two years of work, this is a great Christmas present for airport patrons and our community.”
Some additional work remains, and temporary closures of the runway will be necessary in the coming months. Closures will be scheduled by airport operations, and lengthy closures are not anticipated.
(Press release from City of Lubbock)
