The Karachi Airport’s main runway partially closed for essential maintenance and repair work, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced on Monday. The closure aims to improve the runway’s safety and operational efficiency, ensuring smooth flight operations in the long term.
According to the CAA, the Karachi Airport’s main runway partially closed after engineers detected surface deterioration due to continuous flight operations and weather effects. The partial closure is part of a scheduled maintenance program rather than an emergency measure.
Authorities confirmed that the secondary runway remains open for both domestic and international flights. Airlines have been notified in advance to avoid delays or cancellations. Flight schedules have been adjusted to ensure that air traffic continues without major disruption.
The Karachi Airport’s main runway partially closed situation is expected to last several weeks as workers conduct resurfacing, lighting upgrades, and drainage improvements. These updates are essential to meet international aviation safety standards and enhance aircraft landing and takeoff performance.
A CAA spokesperson said that passenger safety remains the top priority. “We are taking every precaution to minimize inconvenience to travelers,” the spokesperson added, noting that flight control and ground operations are being closely monitored during the maintenance phase.
Passengers are advised to stay updated through their airlines for any schedule changes or flight delays. The CAA has also requested the public to cooperate and avoid unnecessary congestion at the airport during peak hours.
Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport is one of Pakistan’s busiest air travel hubs, handling millions of passengers each year. The planned upgrade is expected to strengthen its capacity and reliability, especially during international flight operations.
Once the work is completed, the CAA expects smoother operations and better runway conditions, which will benefit airlines and passengers alike.
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