Air Force may open more bases for civilian aircraft

New Delhi: Several air force stations could soon be open to civilian aircraft as part of an understanding between the defence services and the civil aviation ministry.
The Indian Air Force has around 60 air bases, of which 18 are open for civilian flights.
“There are strong recommendations for Halwara and Jaisalmer. There is scope for cargo operations in Halwara due to the hosiery industry there. Jaisalmer is a tourist spot so there is a lot of scope for charter operations,” said an industry source.
Kargil is another place that may be opened for passenger operations soon.
The move addresses a demand of some airlines to allow more landing points for aircraft, given the congestion at civilian airports.
06/07/07 Anirban Chowdhury/Business Standard

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