July 23rd, 2019 1:45 PM 0 COMMENTS

Delhi Airport is the Cheapest Among Top 50 Global Airports, Says Study on Aeronautical Charges

Opposing the criticism of high charges at private airports, the Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has informed the Ministry of Civil Aviation that the charges at the Delhi airport are among the lowest in the world. DIAL has cited a study conducted by a UK-based consultant M/s Leign Fisher for the claim. The sample size taken for the cited study includes 50 airports from across the world. “Based on a... Read More

July 1st, 2019 1:32 PM 0 COMMENTS

AAI Spends INR 4 Crores in 2018-19 to Maintain Airports That Have No Flight Operations

An official document stated that the Airport Authority of India (AAI) spent around INR 4 crores in 2018-19 to maintain 26 airports that have no flight operations. The maintenance cost has increased INR 1.36 crore from the previous financial year (2017-18), which was INR 2.66 crores. The 26 non-operational airports are located in places such as Donakonda in Andhra Pradesh; Daparizo in Arunachal Pradesh; Rupsi and Shella in Assam; Jogbani,... Read More

May 15th, 2019 10:15 AM 0 COMMENTS

Union Government Proposes Public-Private-Partnership Model of Development for Six Airports in India

The Government of India has decided to develop six airports of the nation – Mangaluru, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Trivandrum, Jaipur, and Guwahati – under public-private-partnership (PPP), reports a statement issued by Press Information Bureau (PIB). Such an expansion will lead to an enhanced revenue generation to Airport Authority of India (AAI), and also provides other benefits such as job creation for the mass. The public-private-partnership model of development for airports are... Read More

May 24th, 2023 2:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

Upgraded Civil Enclave at Kanpur Airport Inaugurated, Enhancing Connectivity in Uttar Pradesh

Shri Jyotiraditya M Scindia, Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel, together with Shri Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, and Gen. V K Singh (Rtd.), MoS Ministry of Civil Aviation and Road Transport and Highways, inaugurated a new Civil Enclave at Kanpur Airport today. The upgraded facility boasts enhanced passenger capacity, marking a significant step towards improved connectivity and infrastructure. Also Read: Kanpur Airport To Be Ready With World-Class... Read More

May 5th, 2023 2:10 PM 0 COMMENTS

Bhogapuram International Greenfield Airport in AP to Be Developed in Three Phases

The Bhogapuram International Greenfield Airport in Andhra Pradesh will be developed in three phases with a total capacity of 18 million passengers per annum (MPPA). The first phase will serve 6 MPPA, while the second phase will increase the capacity up to 12 MPPA. The third and final phase will conclude the development with a total capacity of 18 MPPA. Also Read: 73 Airports Have Become Operational Under UDAN Till... Read More

October 25th, 2022 1:32 PM 0 COMMENTS

IndiGo Flight Test Lands Successfully at Donyi Polo Airport, Marking It Ready for Operations

[caption id="attachment_65754" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Credits: MoCA Social Handle[/caption] The last time we provided an update about Hollongi Greenfield Airport was in August. The Airport was supposed to commence commercial operations but couldn't due to technical issues. But now, Arunachal Pradesh is set to make its mark in the Indian Civil Aviation space. Read to know why the beginning of this Airport is essential to the North Eastern Region. Arunachal Pradesh:... Read More

October 14th, 2022 7:45 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airport Updates: Noida International Airport Progress, AAI’s Special Campaign 2.0 and More

Welcome back to our new edition of Airport updates, an attempt to facilitate information on various infra enhancements, facilities and services being made available to passengers at airports and other miscellaneous updates. Dussehra, Gandhi Jayanthi, and Indian Airforce Day (8th October) - are all celebrated across the Aviation Industry in positive spirits. This year IAF celebrated its 90th Anniversary. You can check our previous edition of airport updates by clicking... Read More

September 29th, 2022 6:18 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airport Updates: Chandigarh International Airport Renamed After Bhagat Singh, Best Tourist Friendly Airport Award and More

[caption id="attachment_61666" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Source: AAI, Chennai Airport[/caption] Welcome back to our new edition of Airport updates, through which we try to cover various infra enhancements, facilities and services being made available at Airports to passengers and other miscellaneous updates. You can check our previous edition of Airport updates by clicking here. This new edition is power packed with many updates, which happened since our last story, and we can't wait... Read More

August 26th, 2022 3:47 PM 0 COMMENTS

AAI to Collaborate With Sweden for Facilitating Smart and Sustainable Aviation Technologies

As we continue discussing the developments in the aviation sector, so much progress is already happening in the aviation industry. Recently we explored how AAI as a part of its Green Initiatives is upgrading all its airports with solar. In another advancement, AAI signs an MoU with Sweden to facilitate smart and sustainable aviation technology collaboration. Airports Authority of India (AAI) and LFV Air Navigation Services of Sweden (LUFTFARTSVERKET) signed... Read More

August 21st, 2022 3:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Kolhapur Airport to Get a New World-Class Terminal Building

[caption id="attachment_54856" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Source: AAI[/caption] The development of Airports and Infrastructure is a continuous affair, and the AAI takes care of the development and expansion activities based on the market dynamics, the significance of the region, and passenger demand. We must have all heard the name 'Kolhapur' at least once, especially during school days. Now, considering the tremendous passenger traffic growth at the Kolhapur airport, the Airports Authority of... Read More

August 2nd, 2022 5:50 PM 0 COMMENTS

SpiceJet Introduces New and Exclusive Daily Flight from Varanasi to Ahmedabad

SpiceJet is emerging stronger by expanding its Network and by offering Exclusive benefits to passengers. Earlier today, SpiceJet also clarified that it has entered into a full & final settlement with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and also, cleared all outstanding principal dues of the airport operator. In a new advancement, SpiceJet introduces New and Exclusive Flights from Varanasi. Varanasi: We know the spiritual and cultural importance of Varanasi... Read More

August 2nd, 2022 4:09 PM 0 COMMENTS

SpiceJet No Longer Operates on ‘Cash and Carry’ Basis; Clears All Outstanding Principal Dues of AAI

SpiceJet has been in the news for various reasons for the past few months. If we observe, SpiceJet has been overcoming every hurdle one after other and the current statement by SpiceJet is an affirmation of the same. The observations made by DGCA on measures taken by SpiceJet in its interim order are also positive signs that SpiceJet is working on fixing things and working closely with DGCA. Spicejet clears... Read More

July 26th, 2022 1:28 AM 0 COMMENTS

AAI Has Undertaken Installation of Night Landing Facility at Kolhapur Airport

To an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha about the Night Landing facility at Airports in the country and the status of commissioning of the night landing facility at Kolhapur Airport, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation (Gen. (Dr) V. K. Singh (Retd) has responded in a written reply with the necessary details. Modernisation of Airports is a Continuous Process: The response states that the up-gradation/modernisation... Read More

July 2nd, 2022 10:56 AM 0 COMMENTS

A New Airport to Be Built at Hollongi, Arunachal Pradesh

The capital of Arunachal Pradesh will soon receive an airport! The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is building a Greenfield Airport at Hollongi, about 15 kilometres from the state capital of Itanagar. The project, which is anticipated to cost Rs 645 crore, would encompass different development works such as airport pavement construction, terminal building construction, air side work, and city side work. The proposed Greenfield Airport in Hollongi is built... Read More

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