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ALOHA

Welcome to the project page for the State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation's Līhu‘e Airport Optimization Plan.

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ABOUT

As the only commercial service airport on Kauaʻi, Līhuʻe Airport plays a critical role in daily life on the island, supporting residents, visitors, cargo, and emergency services.

 

​Based on feedback received during the 2022 Master Plan Update, the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) shifted direction and launched the Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan (LAOP) to take a fresh, more direct approach to addressing current airport challenges.​​

 

The goal of the LAOP is to optimize the airport’s existing facilities to improve safety, enhance efficiency and environmental sustainability, and improve the passenger experience, while remaining responsive to community values and concerns.

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GET INVOLVED

In August, the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) held a series of public meetings to provide information about the LAOP, discuss current airport conditions, and share potential improvements focused on enhancing the safety, efficiency, sustainability, and passenger experience. Click here to learn more.

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​Subscribe to project updates using the form at the bottom of this page to receive notifications, updated event dates, and more. 

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