Reopening of Taxiway Golf
ORANJESTAD—Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) announces the reopening of Taxiway Golf after an extensive rehabilitation, marking a significant milestone in the airport’s ongoing commitment to safety, efficiency, and infrastructure modernization.
Constructed in 1997, Taxiway Golf underwent a comprehensive renovation to extend its operational lifespan by an additional 20 years. The project included two advanced pavement reconstruction techniques: full-depth reconstruction and mill-and-pave. These methods ensured the structural integrity and surface quality of the taxiway, aligning with international aviation standards.
The rehabilitation project was carried out in three phases, with Phase 1 now completed, covering approximately 75% of the total scope of work.
- Phase 1 focused on rehabilitating the straight section connecting the aircraft stands to the runway.
- Phase 2 involved work on the initial sections of Taxiway Golf and Taxiway Charlie.
- Phase 3 completed the link between Taxiway Golf and Runway 11.
Throughout the project, aircraft operations continued smoothly thanks to close coordination between AAA, ANSA (Air Navigation Services Aruba), and airline partners. Temporary taxiing procedures were put in place, resulting in minimal disruption to flight schedules.
AAA is pleased to share that the first aircraft to taxi on the newly rehabilitated Taxiway Golf was Z Air flight 673, marking the official reopening of the taxiway.
To commemorate this important milestone, AAA held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Taxiway Golf. The ribbon was cut by James Fazio, interim CEO of Aruba Airport Authority, together with Prime Minister Mike Eman & Minister Wendrick Cicilia, Minister of Tourism, Transport, and Labor. The event brought together key stakeholders and partners from the aviation sector, as well as contractors who had collaborated, celebrating the successful completion of the project and reaffirming the collaborative efforts that had driven the airport’s development.
“This successful rehabilitation reflects AAA’s proactive approach to maintaining world-class infrastructure and ensuring safe, efficient operations for all airport users,” said James Fazio, Interim CEO at AAA. “We thank our partners and the public for their patience and support throughout this essential upgrade.”
AAA looks forward to continuing its mission of delivering exceptional airport experiences and infrastructure that meet the evolving needs of the aviation industry.