Corfu Airport to Close for Second Phase of Runway Construction Works

Photo source: Fraport Greece

Corfu International Airport “Ioannis Kapodistrias” will suspend operations this month and again in January for the second phase of construction works on its runway, the airport’s operator, Fraport Greece, said on Monday.

Specifically, during the period from November 21, 2023 to December 4, 2023 and January 16, 2024, to January 29, 2024, the runway’s operation will be suspended. During these aforementioned periods, only ambulance helicopters will operate, if necessary, while all other airport services within the terminal will be available to the interested public.

The above works concern the complete reconstruction of the runway at Corfu’s airport, aiming to further enhance the level of safety at the airport.

According to Fraport Greece, the project will result in the ability for the airport on Corfu to handle not only larger aircraft types, but also an increased number of flights.

Moreover, the company said the runway’s suspension of operation is “absolutely necessary” due to the size and complexity of the project, the soil morphology and the surrounding area. Nevertheless, and according to the design, the specified intervals are the shortest possible period during which the runway can be suspended.

Source: Fraport Greece

The works form part of the concession agreement between Fraport Greece and the Greek government. “They also are carried out in terms of sustainability and respect for the land, since supporting sustainable development and social responsibility are Fraport Greece’s key principles,” the company said in an announcement.

The works are part of a broader plan for further multi-level upgrading of the 14 regional airports managed by Fraport Greece. They are related to large-scale projects to be executed by the company, as part of the Recovery and Resilience Fund financing.

“Regulatory compliance and safety, at all levels, are key priorities for the company,” Fraport Greece said.