Reviewed by: Amelia Pilgrim
East Runway now reopened at Huntsville airport after upgrades
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Huntsville International Airport announced the conclusion of an extensive $12.3 million rehabilitation of the East Runway and its subsequent reopening this week.
The 14-month project brought significant upgrades to the east airfield.
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Upgrades for East Runway at HSV
Funded through grants from the Federal Aviation Administration, the project ensures the airport continues to meet the rigorous demands of both international logistics and a growing commercial aviation passenger market.
HSV set an all-time record for passenger traffic in 2025 and is on pace this year to surpass that record.
“By investing in our runways today, we ensure that Huntsville remains a preferred hub for international commerce and a top-tier choice for the thousands of travelers who fly with us every day.”
Joey Ceci, Port of Huntsville Board Chair
Along with repavement of the 10,000-foot runway, the scope of work included rehabilitation of the runway shoulders and the installation of eco-friendly LED lighting.
These important upgrades maintain HSV’s status as one of a small number of airports in the United States capable of handling Group VI aircraft, such as the Boeing 747-8 freighter and Antonov AN-124, the largest cargo aircraft in the world.
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