Runway 9-27

Blue Grass Airport's current crosswind runway used by general aviation aircraft has closed permanently so construction can begin on a relocated and realigned runway. This new runway will be constructed in an east-west orientation resulting in it being named Runway 9-27. In 2004, the airport's Master Plan Update identified a need to rehabilitate and reconstruct the pavement for this runway and recommended relocating it to a 9-27 orientation. In addition, the runway will be lengthened from 3,500 feet to 4,000 feet to meet the Kentucky Department of Aviation's planning goals.

The relocation of the crosswind runway will allow for more efficient land use and facility development. Current general aviation facilities are severely constrained and have insufficient space to provide additional corporate and light general aviation facilities. The relocation will provide ample space for much needed aircraft parking, hangar development and future realignment of the terminal's main access road, Terminal Drive.

The airport's 7,000 foot primary runway, 4-22, will continue to remain open to commercial and general aviation traffic. Completion of the project is expected to occur prior to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.

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