Question : VIZAG AIRPORT



(a) whether Vizag airport is being upgraded to an international airport;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the time by which night landing facilities for aircraft are likely to be made available to Vizag airport?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI PRAFUL PATEL)

(a) & (b): Vizag airport has been upgraded with construction and operation of new runway of 10,000 ft., suitable for AB-300/B767-400. New integrated terminal building for 700 (400 domestic and 300 international) passengers, including modern facilities, 2 aerobridges, central air conditioning with wide span and extensive use of glass and aluminium have been constructed and commissioned. New apron to accommodate 6 parking stands has also been commissioned and put to use. The building is suitable for international opearations.

(c): Air Traffic Control at Vizag belongs to Navy. Night landing facilities are available at Vizag airport.