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The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has scheduled essential airfield maintenance projects at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) beginning next Monday, April 14th, that ensure the continued safety and efficiency of airport operations. These projects will involve temporary runway closures, which may affect flight patterns and noise levels in surrounding communities.
To complete needed runway safety area grading and other airfield projects, the MAC will close the south parallel runway, Runway 12R-30L, over two periods:
Additionally, Runway 4-22 may be closed during these periods during nighttime hours. The dual phasing of the project means the runway will be fully open to all aircraft activity for the majority of the peak summer travel season.
Temporary changes in flight patterns and aircraft activity will occur during construction. Flights that would normally use the closed runway must be assigned to open runways. The FAA will adjust runway usage based on factors such as wind direction, aircraft safety, operational efficiency, and a priority Runway Use System (RUS). With aircraft directed to use open runways, residents may notice a temporary change or increase in activity over their neighborhood, depending on the flight patterns and runway configurations chosen by the FAA during the upcoming construction. When the runway construction is complete, and the runways are reopened, the FAA will return MSP to its pre-construction operational patterns.
The MAC is committed to keeping the community informed about MSP Airport construction and expected changes in aircraft activity. Updates will be shared through various channels, including newsletters, website updates, and community meetings. If you have any questions or concerns regarding airfield operations, aircraft noise, or runway closures due to construction, please contact our Community Relations Office at 612-726-9411 or you can learn more by visiting the MSP Runway Construction website for more information. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to maintain the safety and functionality of MSP Airport's infrastructure.
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Upcoming MSP Airfield Construction
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