Updated Jan. 7, 2016
A two-phase runway construction project at Orlando International Airport (MCO) is scheduled to begin on Jan. 12, and continue into April 2016. Runway 17R/35L will be closed during phase one, and Runway 18L/36R will close during phase two.
Review the FAA Presentation on MCO Runway Construction Project (PDF)
Phase One
Runway 17R/35L closed: Beginning Jan. 12, and lasting approximately 60 days
Taxiway closures: Taxiways G and H south of F, as well as Taxiway E and E6 east of 17R
Operational Impacts During Phase One
- Expect delays and increased taxi times during the closure
- Some departure and arrival taxi routes will be non-standard
- There will be limited taxi alternatives, limited movement areas, limited staging capability during closures
Operational Plans During Phase One
South Operation
Arrive Runways 18R and 17L – Depart Runway 18L
Arrival rates
- VMC conditions 64 per hour / IMC conditions 52 per hour
Departure rates
- VMC and IMC conditions 52 per hour
North Operation
Arrive Runways 36L and 35R – Depart Runway 36R
Arrival rates
- VMC conditions 64 per hour / IMC conditions 52 per hour
Departure rate
- VMC and IMC conditions 52 per hour
Phase Two
Runway 18L/36R closed: Beginning approximately March 12, 2016 and lasting approximately 60 days
Taxiway closures: Information to come
Additional information on operational plans and impacts will be provided once available.
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