The project included complete pavement rehabilitation and associated airfield improvements, restoring the runway to meet current safety, operational and performance standards.
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Bangor International Airport recently completed a $45 million runway revamp in what it touts as one of the most significant airfield rehabilitation projects in the airport’s history.
After two summer construction seasons, Runway 15-33 reopened to its full operational length of 11,440 feet in September. The milestone was formally marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week.
The project included complete pavement rehabilitation and associated airfield improvements, restoring the runway to meet current safety, operational and performance standards.
The first aircraft to operate on the rehabilitated runway at full length was from Bangor’s 101st Air Refueling Wing, reflecting the runway’s critical role in supporting both civilian and military operations. The airport said the project entailed close coordination among airport staff, contractors, regulatory agencies and aviation partners.
“While the runway has officially been fully open for a few months, it was important to us to take the time to celebrate this multi-million dollar project with all of you – the key officials, partners and stakeholders who also made it happen," Airport Director Jose Saavedra at Monday’s ceremony.
Saavedra was honored on the Mainebiz 40 Under 40 list in 2025.
Project funding was provided through a combination of federal, state, military and local Investment.
The bulk of the financing came from the Federal Aviation Administration, which provided $27.4 million.
Other funding sources include the Maine Air National Guard ($16.4 million); the Maine Department of Transportation ($1.5 million); Bangor International Airport ($1.5 million).