Schiphol-Oostbaan Runway out of use from 16 to 24 September for annual maintenance

From Monday 16 September to Tuesday 24 September, regular maintenance work will be taking place on the Schiphol-Oostbaan Runway. We generally only use this runway for small, business and private aircraft, aircraft with a social interest (ambulance, coast guard or government flights) and aircraft that need to be at Schiphol-Oost. During the period of maintenance, this traffic will use the Buitenveldertbaan Runway or one of the other runways. On Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September, the Schiphol-Oostbaan will be available.

Annual maintenance is carried out on all the runways so that they remain in good condition. The Schiphol-Oostbaan Runway will be undergoing restorative works on the asphalt and markings. The cabling and electrics will be checked, the rainwater drainage system will be flushed out, the grass around the runway will be cut and the lights will be cleaned or repaired. These works are being carried out in collaboration with construction company Heijmans. 
 

The use of alternative runways   
During the maintenance, air traffic will be directed to other runways, such as the Buitenveldertbaan Runway. This means there will be more aircraft flying over the areas beneath these runways’ flight paths during this maintenance period. For more information on the flight routes, please refer to this page.  


Neighbours with questions 
For more information or questions about air traffic and runway use during this period of works, Schiphol’s neighbours can get in touch with the Local Community Contact Centre (BAS). The BAS website provides an overview of current runway use and operational details, and they are the point of contact for information and complaints about air traffic to, from and at Schiphol. BAS can be reached 7 days per week (09:00-17:00) on 020-6015555, or via their website.     

Innformation about air traffic at Schiphol is published on the BAS and Schiphol websites every week. This gives local residents an insight into air traffic developments. People living in the area around Schiphol can also get a real-time insight into current and expected air traffic at their location thanks to the Notifly app. Schiphol keeps neighbours up to date on relevant developments regarding air traffic by way of a newsletter. Anyone can sign up for the neighbour newsletter.