NTL runway plans

prIMe Minister Scott Morrison has announced $66 million in funding for a significant upgrade of the runway at Newcastle Airport, under an allocation in tomorrow’s Federal Budget.

Once completed the works will enable the airport to welcome larger twin-aisle aircraft including Boeing 787s and Airbus A350s, potentially opening up the Hunter region to long-haul aviation.

The project is scheduled for completion in early 2023, with Singapore among the first destinations being targeted.