Team McConnell leadership cuts the ribbon to re-open the West runway May 29, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The West runway recently underwent a year long, $46 million renovation that included new lights, an instrument landing system and improved taxiways. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Colby L. Hardin) McConnell west runway renovation complete 5/30/2013 - MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Team McConnell leadership conducted a ceremonial ribbon cutting here today to re-open the West runway. The West runway recently underwent a year long, $46 million renovation that included new lights, an instrument landing system and improved taxiways.