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San Pedro John Grief II Airport Upgrades

San Pedro John Grief II Airport Upgrades

San Pedro John Grief II Airport Upgrades

Feb 19, 2025

Belize Airport Authority Unveils Exciting Developments & Announcements


The Belize Airports Authority remains dedicated to enhancing air travel infrastructure across the country. As part of this commitment, sufficient upgrades have been made at John Grief II Airport in San Pedro Town, improving efficiency, safety, and overall operational capacity. The airport's runway has undergone a complete layover with high-quality hot-mix asphalt, ensuring a smoother, more durable surface for aircraft operations. Additionally, upgrades have been made to the taxiway and eastern holding bay, expanding

  • Aircraft parking capacity. To further enhance efficiency, a new fully concrete holding bay has been constructed on the western side near Threshold 6. This addition alleviates congestion, allowing for smoother aircraft movement and improved operational flow. Runway, taxiway and parking stall markings have been upgraded using thermoplastic materials enhancing visibility and durability in all weather conditions.

  • A modern LED lighting system has replaced the previous quartz lights, significantly improving visibility, energy efficiency and operational reliability for both pilots and ground crews. New taxiway lights have been installed at the holding bay, ensuring a well-lit and organized flow of aircraft movements. Precision approach path indicator lights have been installed at the western end of Threshold 6, providing pilots with improved approach guidance for safer

  • Landings. To further enhance airport security, construction will soon begin on a new perimeter fence, strengthening compliance with aviation safety standards. These enhancements at John Grief II Airport reflect the Belize Airports Authority's ongoing efforts to modernize and strengthen the country's aviation infrastructure. We are committed to supporting safe, efficient, and sustainable air travel for Belize. We are committed to supporting safe, efficient, and sustainable air travel for Belize.

  • BAA, efficiently providing safe aerodrome services.