Airfield investment
Airfield investment
Our improvements aren't only taking place inside our terminals. To keep Gatwick operating safely and efficiently, we've also been investing in airfield enhancements.
New aircraft stands
In 2010, we completed the construction of six new large aircraft stands, designed to be used by any aircraft, including the A380. They are remote from the terminals, which means they are used for parking empty aircraft, giving more efficient use of the stands closer to the terminals. We also built a large new balancing pond to help manage drainage and water quality, and a landscaping embankment to screen the area from the local countryside.
Runway resurfacing
One of our biggest and most complex work projects is resurfacing the runway without closing the airport. From March to December 2012, we will be resurfacing our runway every night. We do this every 11 years to ensure that it is safe and fit for purpose for the world’s busiest single runway airport. From March to December 2012, we will be resurfacing our runway every night.When we resurface the runway we also take the opportunity to make other improvements for example, to lighting and operating systems.
Taxiway improvements
Our taxiways are the main routes that aircraft take between the runway and the parking areas at the terminals. We have a number of projects involving either resurfacing or improving the taxiways, so that we can keep the airfield moving and get passengers on their way safely and quickly.
