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Aircraft Traffic Over Hilo, Keaukaha To Increase With Runway Closure
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by Big Island Video News
on May 19, 2015 at 4:30 pm

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STORY SUMMARY

HILO, HAWAII – The state Department of Transportation issued a media release on Tuesday, advising Hilo and Keaukaha residents of “an expected increase in aircraft traffic over the area” due to airfield maintenance work at the Hilo International Airport. Runway 8-26 will be closed for airfield maintenance and lighting work on Wednesday night, May 20, […]

HILO, HAWAII – The state Department of Transportation issued a media release on Tuesday, advising Hilo and Keaukaha residents of “an expected increase in aircraft traffic over the area” due to airfield maintenance work at the Hilo International Airport.

Hawaii DOT

Runway 8-26 will be closed for airfield maintenance and lighting work on Wednesday night, May 20, through Friday morning, May 22, from 9:30 p.m. to 5 a.m., nightly. During this time, flight patterns will be modified to use Runway 3-21, resulting in increased air traffic over Hilo Town and the Keaukaha community. Work is weather permitting.

In addition, Runway 8-26 will be closed on June 14, through July 17, Monday through Friday, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., nightly. Construction will repave the middle section of the runway to provide a smooth surface for airplane arrival and departures.

The HDOT appreciates residents’ patience and understanding as we work to improve the conditions of the Hilo International Airport runways. Hawaii DOT media release


Filed Under: Breaking Tagged With: Hilo International Airport, Keaukaha

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