ABU DHABI, Aug 22, 2022 (WAM) — Al Bateen Executive Airport has reopened after the successful completion of a major renovation project. This will enable airports to meet increased operational demands while meeting the highest levels of safety, compliance and certification. .
Close cooperation between the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Abu Dhabi Airports (AD Airports) during the project will follow all necessary regulatory frameworks and obtain all necessary approvals to ensure the highest level of compliance. Received without delay.
Commenting on the development, Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority said: Our partnership with Abu Dhabi Airport ensured the highest level of compliance with national standards, regulations, guidance materials and international best practices outlined by the GCAA from project inception to completion. ”
Fundamental work completed within 90 days included resurfacing and expanding the existing 3.2-kilometer runway to accommodate wide-body aircraft and substantial new boundary walls, upgrade ground lighting and signage. and landscaping. Another major piece of work completed was the Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) upgrade and refurbishment at Al Bateen Executive Airport, proving the airport to operate Code 4D aircraft .
“In line with our strategic objectives, Abu Dhabi Airport continues to invest in developing and maintaining a world-class infrastructure. , which will bring several tangible benefits such as longer lifespans, reduced runway maintenance times and costs,” said Abu Dhabi Airports CEO Shareef Hashim Al-Hashimi.
Over 105,000 tons of asphalt were used in various runway areas, runway shoulder areas and taxiways as part of the refurbishment activities, totaling 240,000 square meters and 23 kilometers of cable laid. . Installation of kilometers of ducts and over 400 new manholes.
“More than 800 dedicated personnel were involved in the successful completion of this project, demonstrating our cooperation and determination to minimize disruption to residents and promote development. As a purpose-built airport, we are a safe and secure facility that caters to our customers and their demands,” said Frank McCrory, Chief Operations Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports.
