sentences:  In 2015, the airport was given the status of an international airport as part of the preparations for hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup, which also includes reconstruction of the airport in order to accommodate traffic expected for the World Cup matches that will take place in Saransk.Reconstruction started on 1 January 2017.The runway was extended from 2,801 to 3,221 meters and reinforced with asphalt concrete.