With world on radar, Chandigarh airport buckles up

Chandigarh: City’s aerial entry into global circuit may be scheduled for next month, with Emirates Airlines’ beginning operations of its low-cost carrier Fly Dubai from here on July 23, but passengers would have to wait for a while before going truly international.
For some months to come, Fly Dubai, or any other international carrier that decides to fly from the city would have to share space with domestic planes. Under the temporary arrangements made by Airport Authority of India at the city terminal, Emirates’ aircraft would be parked in the area currently in use, and passengers flying abroad would be accommodated in the lounge that domestic fliers wait in.
Among the short-term arrangements made to ensure a smooth journey, authorities have restricted visitors’ entry inside the airport and created space for check-in facility and immigration clearance. Notably, the AAI deadline for finishing work on the main building is October-end. However, sources said the beginning of international flights might delay the project.
Meanwhile, a team of senior officials from customs department, immigration desk and Intelligence Bureau recently visited the airport to complete work at their ends.
29/06/09 Manveer Saini/Times of India

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Categories: Airports Jun 2009