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RDU Airport Launches $1.1 Billion Runway Expansion Project

8/27/2025

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Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is building a new runway, requiring 5.2 million cubic yards of material.
The runway will be 10,639 feet long, surpassing the current runway by 639 feet, and is set to open in 2029.
The project budget is approximately $1.1 billion, with $200 million designated for foundation work.
RDU will also expand Terminal 2's gates and facilities during this construction.
Foundation work is expected to finish by mid-2027, with adjustments to airport operations ongoing.

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Story summary

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is building a new runway, requiring 5.2 million cubic yards of material.
The runway will be 10,639 feet long, surpassing the current runway by 639 feet, and is set to open in 2029.
The project budget is approximately $1.1 billion, with $200 million designated for foundation work.
RDU will also expand Terminal 2's gates and facilities during this construction.
Foundation work is expected to finish by mid-2027, with adjustments to airport operations ongoing.