DALLAS, TX – Updated Thursday, October 31, 2024 - After being closed for almost three months, DAL's Runway 13L/31R has reopened for normal operations.
The runway partially reopened on Monday, October 28, with limited operations due to a concern raised during the final inspection with the FAA. The restrictions allowed aircraft with wingspans under 79 feet to utilize the runway while commercial and other aircraft with larger wingspans continued using 13R/31L temporarily.
After receiving reports from the airport's airside operations and the FAA, the project's contractor successfully addressed the remaining safety concern, and the runway was approved for full aircraft operations without restrictions on Wednesday night.
DALLAS, TX - Original Monday, July 22, 2024 - Dallas Love Field (DAL) announces the upcoming Runway 13L/31R closure for essential safety improvements and rehabilitation. The closure will begin on August 5 and tentatively last approximately 85 days, concluding on October 29.
The project, known as the Runway 13L/31R Runway Safety Area Improvements & Rehabilitation of Taxiway A, aims to correct runway safety area (RSA) deficiencies with comprehensive RSA grading and the installation of new drainage infrastructure along the Taxiway A side of the runway. This initiative addresses critical safety-related improvements within the RWY 13L/31R safety area and resolves an existing hot spot at the north end of Taxiway A.
“The regrading of the RSA meets a regulatory requirement of FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5300-1B,” said Patrick Carreno, Director of the Department of Aviation. “We are committed to ensuring the highest safety and efficiency standards at Dallas Love Field, and these improvements are a vital part of that commitment.”
During the 85-day closure, residents and travelers can expect all aircraft traffic to use RWY 13R/31L, leading to potential delays due to the reduced airfield capacity. The project has undergone thorough study and approval by the FAA, the Department of Aviation, consultants, and airlines, including SMS and Safety Risk Analysis panels.
Customers are advised to check flight statuses with their respective airlines for potential delays. During this period, area residents may experience an increase in noise exposure.
For any questions regarding the project, residents can contact the Airport Operations Center at 214-670-5683 and request to speak with a member of Airside Operations staff.
About DAL:
Centrally located within seven miles of Downtown Dallas, Dallas Love Field (DAL) achieved a historic milestone in 2023, serving over 17.5 million passengers. As the busiest medium hub airport in the U.S. and a frequent recipient of prestigious awards such as ACI-World's Airport Service Quality, ACI-NA's MarComCX, and others, DAL continues to lead the evolution of the airport experience. Historically contributing over $5.6 billion in economic activity and boosting labor income by $1.7 billion through more than 28,000 local jobs, the airport looks forward to further developing its footprint and level of exceptional aviation services.
