Columbus airport holds ribbon cutting ceremony for newly reconstructed runway

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Airport cut the ribbon Friday evening, on its newly-reconstructed primary runway. This is a project years in the making, and one of the largest airfield upgrades in the airport’s history.

Runway 6-24 officially reopened November 28th, after months of construction that started in August.

The $24 million project was funded primarily through federal and state aviation programs and was completed two days ahead of schedule.

Airport leaders say the new concrete runway will last longer, reduce disruptions, and support future growth, including heavier aircraft and expanded air service…

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