Why Are Airport Runways Numbered Only From 1 To 36?

Posted on March 23, 2025 by Guest authors

You may have noticed the large painted numbers (or alphanumeric in some cases) on either end of the runways. Have you ever wondered what those represent and why there are a maximum of two numbers between 1 and 36? All runways are numbered based on the magnetic compass bearing, which identifies the direction of the runway.

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