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Eastern Extension Project

To build the third runway, the current east-west runway (Runway 09/27) needs to be shortened at its western end from its current length of 2,286 metres to 1,940 metres. This is to account for land topography and operations. However, the runway will later be restored to its original length with an extension built at its eastern end.

To understand more about the impact of the Eastern Extension Project, visit the noise sharing plan.

Melbourne Airport is currently working through the plans for this project and will share information as soon as it is available.

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