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Newark airport reopens main runway 2 weeks early to ease flight restrictions

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One of the two main runways at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) reopened nearly two weeks ahead of schedule, US Department of Transport Secretary Sean Duffy has announced. On June 2, 2025, Duffy hosted a press conference at Newark airport to celebrate the early reopening of Runway 4-Left/22-Right.

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The Essential Guide to Runway Markings

Pilot Institute

Key Takeaways Runway markings are white and guide takeoff, landing, and alignment. Centerlines, aiming points, and touchdown zones help pilots land accurately. Yellow taxiway and holding markings prevent runway incursions. What Are Runway Markings? The markings on runways are white.

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The Essential Guide to Runway Signs

Pilot Institute

After reading this guide, complete your knowledge with our Essential Guide to Runway Markings. Runway distance remaining signs show how much runway is left in 1,000-ft intervals. Location Signs: identify the current position on a taxiway or runway. L” or “R”) to identify parallel runways (e.g., “27L”

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Abu Dhabi Airport’s Northern Runway reopens ahead of schedule; fully operational

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Zayed International Airport’s (AUH) Northern Runway (13L/31R) is now fully operational after reopening ahead of schedule following a rehabilitation and upgrade plan. The project included reinforcing and resurfacing the runway with 210,000 tons of asphalt. Exciting News!

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How to Fly an ILS Approach

Pilot Institute

So, how do pilots manage to land their aircraft safely and accurately without even being able to see where theyre going? The ILS (Instrument Landing System) uses radio signals to help pilots align the aircraft accurately on their approach to a runway. Lets learn more about this system! Why Do We Need ILS?

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Why Do Airports Need ILS Antennas At The End Of Runways?

Simple Flying

An Instrument Landing System (ILS) is a precision runway approach system that aids pilots during their approach and landing phases of flight. The aid is based on two radio beams, which together provide pilots with both vertical and horizontal guidance during an approach to land.

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Fear of Landing

On the 29th of December 2024, a Boeing 737-800 operated by a low-cost South Korean airline crashed after an emergency landing and overshooting the runway at Muan International Airport in South Korea. They turned and attempted to land in the opposite direction of the runways operation that day, going north to south.

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