June 9, 2006
100,000 pounds, 60 days: Base runway project is underway
LANGLEY AFB, VA. —
For the first time in years, a large portion of the Langley flight line, to include parts of the main runway, Taxiway Alpha, and the East and West Ramps, is being completely replaced with new concrete to provide the best possible wearing surfaces for America’s newest weapon system. With the projected replacement of 100,000 tons of runway, the base