Impact of Limited Runwway on Flight Efficiency in Murtala Muhammed International Airport Lagos State

ABSTRACT
This study investigates the effect of restricted runway capacity on flight efficiency at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Nigeria. Utilizing a survey approach, the research design served as a framework for collecting and analyzing information on the complex interplay between runway limitations and flight operations. The target population included all 1,237 airport staff across various departments, including Administration, Finance, Personnel, Maintenance/Repairs, Control/Monitoring, and Ticketing. A proportional sampling technique was applied to derive a representative sample size of 387 respondents. The research instrument, a modified Likert scale questionnaire, was validated through face and content validity assessment and achieved a reliability coefficient of 0.72 using Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis. Data collection involved administering the questionnaire to selected employees with structured guidance to ensure accuracy. Descriptive statistics, t-tests, and Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis were utilized to address research questions and test hypotheses. The findings revealed significant effects of limited runway capacity on flight arrivals, take-off schedules, and boarding processes. These results highlight the pressing need for infrastructural improvements, resource allocation strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and technological advancements to enhance runway management and operational efficiency. The study calls for strategic measures to mitigate runway constraints, ensuring a seamless balance between airport capacity and the evolving demands of contemporary air travel.

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