Overview

• Mumbai's CSMIA temporarily closed both primary runways, 09/27 and 14/32, for six hours on May 8 for annual pre-monsoon maintenance.
• The maintenance included pavement repairs, electrical work, rubber removal, surface marking, and major drain cleaning to prepare for the monsoon season.
• Over 3,000 runway lights and critical infrastructure, including drains and navigational aids, were inspected for wear and integrity.
• A NOTAM was issued six months in advance to notify airlines and stakeholders, minimizing disruptions to flight schedules.
• Runway operations resumed on schedule by 5 PM, ensuring the airport's readiness to handle over 950 daily flights during the upcoming monsoon.