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Airport2040

Guernsey Airport opened in 1939, and today provides a vital gateway to and from the Island for nearly a million travellers every year. In 2012, work began on a major programme of essential maintenance and improvements, representing probably the largest development at the airfield in more than 70 years. It will equip Guernsey Airport to serve the Island for the next 30 years.

The Airport supports 649 direct jobs and provides an income injection of £31.2 million into the Guernsey economy.  However, it is clear that the main economic benefit comes from the contribution it makes to the connectedness of the Bailiwick as a place to live, work and visit. 

York Aviation, 2009

The Project

The Airport2040 project, which will cost up to £80 million, comprises various elements. They include the resurfacing of the existing runway, extension of the safety areas, and the reconstruction of the concrete apron areas where aircraft park. The taxiways which connect the aprons to the runway are also being resurfaced, and realigned, and a new drainage system, airfield ground lighting and navigational aids will be installed.

All of these elements contribute to the overall cost and complexity of the project, which will be carried out while the airport remains operational.

Works helpline

Measures are in place to minimise any potential impacts on neighbours and the wider community.  However given the scale and complexity of the essential maintenance and improvements, and the need for night-working, the project may cause some disruption. 

If you are experiencing any disturbance, you can call a 24 hour helpline and speak to a member of the project staff. 

                              24 Hour Helpline - 238222

To ensure all issues can be dealt with properly, please only call this number if you are directly affected by the works.  For all general enquiries, please call Public Services on 234692. 

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Airport 2040 Information on Airport 2040 Airport2040 - October 2012 project update Progress update Airport2040 News - Summer 2012 Newsletter for Airport2040 project Airport2040 - July update Progress update

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