Runway & Taxiway Project – October to December 2025

Page Updated: 10/24/2025

We are excited to share details about upcoming improvements at Fairhope Airport:

  • October 20 - November 30: Due to required back-taxiing, no closed pattern work is allowed during this timeframe, to include: touch-and-goes, low approaches, etc.

  • October 20 – October 26: Taxiway Alpha will be closed as it is transitioned into a temporary runway.  You will be required to back-taxi along runway 1/19.

  • October 27th, 0800-1200: Complete field closure.

  • October 27th, 1200: Field reopens. Runway 1/19 will be closed.  Temporary runway 2/20 will be open.

  • October 27th – November 26: The main runway will be closed for reconstruction. During this time, Taxiway Alpha will serve as the temporary runway (2/20). (See taxi diagrams below)

  • November 26: The main runway will re-open, fully upgraded and ready for use.

Temporary Runway Operations - runway 2/20 (October 27 - November 26):

  • Daytime VFR only

  • 12,500 lb weight limit

  • 3,000 ft length

  • Effective October 20, there will be no closed traffic patterns allowed, to include: touch and goes, low approaches, etc.  This will remain in effect throughout the project due to required back-taxiing.  Contact the airport manager with any questions/concerns.

FBO Hours During Runway Closure:

  • 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily

Major Upgrades Coming Soon:

  • Increased runway weight capacity to 90,000 lbs

  • New runway lighting and PAPIs for enhanced safety

  • New taxiway lighting throughout the field

  • All new signage for improved clarity and operations

Important Reminders:

  • Please check NOTAMs daily for the latest operational updates.

  • Expect frequent update emails from our team as the project progresses.

  • Refer to the attached taxi diagrams for updated routing when the temporary runway is in use.

  • Feel free to contact the airport manager, Dave Friedel, with any questions.

    • 251.383.8515

    • fhairportauthority@gmail.com 

  • All dates are subject to change based on weather and project conditions.

We appreciate your patience as we complete these critical upgrades that will elevate safety, capacity, and overall usability for all our customers. Please plan your operations accordingly, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Taxi Diagrams for use with Temporary Runway 2/20

Layout plan of an airport runway and taxiway system, including taxiways labeled A1 to A6, a runway labeled 1/19, and various markings and symbols for lighting and barriers, with annotations for construction and access points.
Airport runway and taxiways layout with various markings and labels, including taxiways A1 to A6, a runway 1/19, terminal areas, and required signage and barricades for aircraft movement.