Take-off for multi-million-pound airport runway project

A £6m project to improve one of the longest airport runways in the North is underway.

The 2891 metre long runway at Doncaster Sheffield Airport is being strengthened and resurfaced following major investment from Peel Airports.

Work is taking place in the evening to minimise any disruption to flights.

Chris Harcombe, head of aviation development from Doncaster Sheffield Airport said: “We are extremely proud to have one of the longest runways in the North of England and we are working to removing 25mm of surface and replace this with 50mm increasing the strength and overall life span of the runway surface for present and future operations.

“We have worked closely with all of our airline partners and the council to ensure that the works can take place with minimal impact on passenger flights and local traffic.

“This investment from Peel Airports further demonstrates our continued commitment to the Sheffield City Region and the ambition the airport has for the future.”