Question : MAINTENANCE OF SMALL AIRPORTS



(a) whether many small airports in the country are not properly maintained due to lack of the funds,lack of proper staff and equipment etc;

(b) if so,the details thereof,and

(c) the steps taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


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

(a) No,Sir.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) The facilities at the airports are maintained following a laid down maintenance schedule at all operational airports.As regards,AAI managed 32 non-operational airports,M/s RITES have been awarded consultancy for study for revival to improve air connnectivity.