Philadelphia International Runway 27L extension completed
The project extended one of Philadelphia Airport's runways by 1,500ft, to a total of 12,000ft, in order to accommodate the newest aircraft fleet.
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The project extended one of Philadelphia Airport's runways by 1,500ft, to a total of 12,000ft, in order to accommodate the newest aircraft fleet.
The $27.5 million project has involved the upgrade and resurfacing of the 2,600m airport runway and the installation of new runway lighting.
The new runway will be built in a north-south orientation after the airport determined that would provide the greatest benefits.
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