Kona International Airport Resumes Operations After Runway Repairs

Passengers face delays as airlines catch up following abrupt closure due to worsening runway cracks.

Kona International Airport in Hawaii was abruptly closed on Monday due to cracks in the runway, causing significant flight disruptions and leaving hundreds of passengers stranded.
The cracks, which were a previously known issue, had worsened due to recent heavy rains in the Kona area.
Repairs began immediately and the airport was approved to resume operations on Tuesday morning, but delays are expected as airlines catch up.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation plans to reconstruct the entire 11,000-foot runway this year to address the issue of runway pavement degradation.
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates on their flight schedules.