Runway 5/23 Temporarily Closed Until Further Notice
7:30 PM UPDATE: Runway 5/23 remains closed after the identification of a condition requiring evaluation and repair.
Further investigation revealed an approximately 20-foot by 20-foot by 17-foot sinkhole beneath the runway surface. Repair efforts are currently underway.
Runway 5/23 will remain closed through Wednesday, June 10.
Airline flights will be unable to operate as normal until the runway reopens. Passengers are encouraged to check directly with their airline regarding the status of upcoming flights.
5:15 PM UPDATE: Tri-Cities Airport has temporarily closed Runway 5/23 until further notice following the identification of a condition requiring evaluation and repair.
Airport personnel and are actively assessing the situation and developing a repair plan.
A timeline for reopening has not yet been determined. The runway will remain closed until all necessary repairs have been completed and the runway is cleared to return to service.
Runway 9/27 remains open at this time.
Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.