{"id":40006,"date":"2026-09-19T15:19:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T09:49:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petrolnews.in\/live\/delhi-airport-third-runway-reopening-operations-resume-20-september\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T15:19:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T09:49:10","slug":"delhi-airport-third-runway-reopening-operations-resume-20-september","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petrolnews.in\/live\/delhi-airport-third-runway-reopening-operations-resume-20-september\/","title":{"rendered":"Delhi Airport Third Runway Reopening; Operations Resume 20 September"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Delhi Airport’s third runway will reopen on 20 September. Its rehabilitation has been completed.<\/p>\n

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Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) announced this on 19 September. DIAL is a company of the consortium led by GMR Aero.<\/p>\n

The consortium operates and manages Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI Airport). Runway 11R\/29L is commonly known as the third runway.<\/p>\n

All necessary inspections, validations and regulatory approvals were completed before the runway was reopened. The rehabilitation programme began in February.<\/p>\n

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Key work carried out on the runway<\/strong><\/p>\n

During the rehabilitation, the runway was strengthened and upgraded. The aim was to improve safety, operations, durability and long-term capacity.<\/p>\n

The runway is part of Delhi Airport, one of India’s busiest airports. Following the upgrade, it is now ready for operations.<\/p>\n

As part of the project, the runway was resurfaced. The threshold of Runway 29L was permanently displaced.<\/p>\n

In addition, a new Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET Z1) was constructed. The airfield ground lighting system was also upgraded.<\/p>\n

The runway pavement was strengthened. The associated civil and electrical infrastructure was also improved.<\/p>\n

These changes are expected to improve the runway’s capacity and operations. They will enable aircraft movements to be managed more efficiently.<\/p>\n

They will also reduce the time aircraft spend on the runway. Operational reliability in different weather conditions will be strengthened as well.<\/p>\n

Work carried out in collaboration with several agencies<\/strong><\/p>\n

DIAL worked with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Airports Authority of India (AAI), Air Traffic Control (ATC), airlines and other stakeholders throughout the project.<\/p>\n

The objective was to fulfil all necessary safety, operational and regulatory requirements. After the prescribed procedures were completed, approval was granted to resume runway operations from 20 September.<\/p>\n

DIAL CEO says, “This is a significant milestone”<\/strong><\/p>\n

DIAL CEO Pradeep Panicker said, “The recommissioning of Runway 11R\/29L is a significant milestone in building future-ready aviation infrastructure for Delhi Airport.”<\/p>\n

He said, “The successful completion of this complex rehabilitation programme demonstrates our strong commitment to safety, improved operations and passenger service.”<\/p>\n

He added, “The upgraded runway, along with the new rapid-exit taxiway and improved navigation and lighting systems, will enhance Delhi Airport’s capacity and resilience.”<\/p>\n

“It will also help meet the country’s growing aviation needs,” he said.<\/p>\n

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