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flag Calgary Airport reopened its renovated west runway after a $200M, six-year upgrade, enhancing safety and capacity.

flag Calgary International Airport reopened its west runway on November 27, 2025, after a $200 million, six-year renovation that included full replacement of the 12,500-foot runway originally built in the 1930s. flag The upgrade, funded partly by a $57.5 million federal grant, enhanced safety with Category 2 landing capabilities, energy-efficient LED lighting, and improved resilience during poor weather. flag The project involved extensive excavation and soil rework, with only one minor injury reported. flag The airport, Canada’s fourth-busiest, now operates two modern runways, supporting increased passenger capacity—projected to exceed 18 million in 2025—and strengthening regional economic growth through improved flight operations, cargo, and tourism infrastructure.

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