Question : EXTENSION OF SILCHAR AIRPORT



(a) the present position of extension of Silchar Airport for Airbus landing;

(b) the time by which the work is likely to be completed; and

(c) whether Night Landing facilities is likely to be taken alongwith the extension of work?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI SHARAD YADAV)

(a) & (b) :- Airports Authority of India has acquired 33 acres of land from the State Government for extension of runway from 6000 ft. to 7200 ft. at Silchar airport for operation of AB-320 class of Aircraft. After preparation of detailed estimates, work is likely to be awarded by March, 2001. Execution period is 24 months after commencement of work.

(c) :- Yes, Sir.