Los Angeles-area business aviation hub Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) will break ground this month on a major runway project. Its 4,000-foot Runway 16L will be closed for more than five months due to reconstruction along its entire length. Additional improvements will include upgrades to runway lighting, surface markings, and addition of jet blast pads.
During the process, all operations will be directed to 8,000-foot Runway 16R, which will have a minimum of two connector taxiways available at all times. Following the conclusion of work on 16L, 16R will undergo rehabilitation, including the resurfacing of the asphalt and associated taxiway connectors, along with refreshing surface markings and switching the lighting to LED fixtures.
The $13.1 million project, which is expected to be completed by the end of November, is the latest improvement at KVNY following major construction on its taxiways that concluded last year.
“As one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, KVNY and its tenants will benefit from these runway improvements that will enhance operations, safety, and our facilities,” said Justin Erbacci, CEO of Los Angeles World Airports, which owns and operates the airport. “The project design, phasing, and construction will maximize federal grants while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.”
