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    The Story Of Madeira Airport's Multiple Runway Extensions

    • Madeira Airportopened in 1964 with just one runway (05/23, as it remains today), 1,600 meters (5,249 feet) long. Tourism had begun expanding on the island, and an airport was seen as vital to suppor… See more

    The First Extension in 1986

    The decision was made in the late 1970s to extend the airport's runway. This was driven by the increase in tourism, and thus air traffic, to the island. A longer runway would allo… See more

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    Second Extension in 2002

    Continued growth in tourism since the extended runway opened in the 1980s meant a … See more

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    Runway and Airport Improvements in 2016

    Madeira Airport underwent an extensive renovation and upgrade program in 2016. While the runway was not extended as part of this, it was further strengthened, and the airport apro… See more

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    Madeira Airport Tour
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    Madeira Airport Tour
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