FAAN closes domestic runway 18L/36R at Lagos airport for 90 days

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) will close the domestic runway 18L/36R at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, to allow for the installation of airfield lighting.

In a statement signed by the Acting General Manager, Corporate Affairs, FAAN, Mrs. Faithful Hope-Ivbaze, the Authority said the closure will last for 90 days, beginning Friday, July 8, 2022.

The Authority, however, assured that there will be no flight disruption, as all flight operations will be diverted to runway 18R/36L within the period, adding that a NOTAM has been issued to that effect.  

“As part of efforts aimed at improving safety and efficiency of flight operations at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has concluded arrangements to complete the installation of CAT III Airfield Ground Lighting system on Runway 18L/36R.

“The project, which will commence effectively on Friday, July 8, 2022, is expected to last for 90 days.

“Consequently, Runway 18L/36R will be closed to flight operations during this time.

“However, stakeholders are to note that there will be no disruption. All normal flight operations will be conducted through runway 18R/36L.

“A NOTAM to this effect has already been published and disseminated accordingly,” said FAAN.