(a) whether the Development work of Vijayawada Airport has been completed; and
(b) if not, the reasons for delay?
(a) whether the Development work of Vijayawada Airport has been completed; and
(b) if not, the reasons for delay?
THE MINISTER OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI SHARAD YADAV)
(a) and (b):- Yes, Sir. Airports Authority of India has
strengthened the existing runway (5725 ft X 150 ft) along
with associated pavements and has also constructed a new
apron of 350 ft x 250 ft and link taxi way of 450 ft x 75 ft
for operation of B-737 class of aircraft. In addition, the
modification of the existing terminal building along with
other allied works at a total cost of Rs. 54.87 lakhs has
also been done to cater to 100 passengers.