South Runway Closed For Extended Period  
   

In preparation for the South Runway Expansion Project, the South Runway (9R-27L), closed on Tuesday, April 17, 2012. This runway  primarily handles general aviation aircraft.  

This closure has had limited impact to passengers on large commercial airlines. Smaller general aviation and commuter aircraft that use the South Runway, will now operate on the main North Runway. During periods of heavy demand, flights may use the Crosswind Runway in addition to the North Runway.

The South Runway must close to allow construction crews to build the structures over Federal Highway and the FEC Railroad tracks. The new expanded South Runway is expected to reopen in late 2014.

For updates on airport programs and services, follow us on Twitter@FLLFlyer. 

Sign-up to receive e-mails about the South Runway Expansion. 

Back To Top

South Perimeter Road Is Closed 

The Broward County Aviation Department  has closed the south entrance to the airport at the intersection of Griffin and Perimeter Roads. The closure is in preparation for the South Runway Expansion Project. This is a long term closure expected to last until late 2014.

The closure will enable engineers and construction crews to prepare for the bridge structures. The structures area part of the runway expansion that will extend over Perimeter Road, the Florida East Coast Railway, and US Highway 1. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of construction workers building the runway. 

Access to the Cell Phone Waiting Area, located under the main entrance roadway to the airport, will be available from the north. As you enter the airport on the main entrance roadway, follow the signs to the Cell Phone Waiting Area. The Cell Phone Waiting Area will no longer be accessible from the south side of the airport (Griffin Road) during this closure.

The road is expected to reopen at the completion of the South Runway Expansion Project at the end of 2014.  

Back To Top