Runway repairs at Davao International Airport (DIA) are nearing completion, allowing for a near return to normal flight operations, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines .
The agency reported that the remaining works on the runway were completed on 7 May and an inspection was conducted to check all completed segments of the asphalt overlay repairs.
“Some portions need minor rectifications wherein works will be conducted during the daytime when there are no flights in close coordination with the air traffic control tower,” Rex Obcena, CAAP Area Center manager said.
Nevertheless, the Notice to Airmen for this project is scheduled to be lifted on 9 May, or once all remaining concerns are adequately addressed. This is ahead of the original target date of 31 May.
Since 8 April the DIA runway has been closed for four hours each day, from midnight to 4 in the morning, to expedite the rehabilitation process.
The rehabilitation pertain to 1,200 square meters of affected area, including the removal of two-inch thick damaged asphalt pavement, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, laying of hot bituminous asphalt mixture, and repainting of existing runway markings.
