Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has introduced plans to undertake its scheduled pre-monsoon runway upkeep on 8 Might 2025. Each the first (09/27) and secondary (14/32) runways will stay quickly non-operational from 11:00 am to five:00 pm whereas important inspections and floor checks are carried out.
The airport issued a Discover to Airmen (NOTAM) six months upfront, making certain airways and operational companions had enough time to plan flight adjustments and minimise inconvenience for passengers. The upkeep programme focuses on checking runway surfaces for put on and tear, addressing potential waterlogging dangers and securing airside infrastructure in opposition to seasonal weather disruptions.
“The pre-monsoon maintenance is a part of our dedication to ship protected and seamless journey experiences by sustaining world-class infrastructure requirements,” a CSMIA spokesperson famous. The inspections kind a part of the airport’s broader preparedness technique, which incorporates the usage of superior monitoring techniques to handle repairs effectively inside the six-hour upkeep window.
CSMIA’s 1,033-acre airside space will endure focused inspections to make sure protected landings and departures all through the monsoon season. The airport has additionally coordinated carefully with airways, floor handlers, and regulatory authorities to make sure a easy transition earlier than and after the upkeep window.
