INDIA. Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, is set to commence regular operations by the end of April.
Yamuna International Airport Private Limited – a subsidiary of Zurich Airport International – is responsible for the vast new hub’s development, construction and operations.
In response to questions raised in the Rajya Sabha (the Council of States), Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu highlighted the airport’s importance in enhancing global connectivity.
As quoted by The Economic Times, Naidu said: “Jewar (Noida) Airport is emerging as the country’s, and Asia’s, biggest airport. We conducted the validation flight in December at the airport.
“Everything is going according to the timeline. In the month of April, we will see regular operations starting from Jewar–Noida International Airport.”
He emphasised that airlines such as Air India and IndiGo are eager to enhance global connectivity from this new hub.
The airport witnessed the completion of its validation flight on 9 December. Noida International Airport CEO Christoph Schnellmann remarked on the occasion: “The successful completion of validation flights at Noida International Airport is a proud moment for our entire team.
“This milestone reflects the dedication and meticulous planning that has gone into ensuring the airport is ready for commercial operations. We are gearing up for the airport’s opening and look forward to welcoming passengers to the airport.”
Noida International Airport is set to welcome 12 million passengers annually in its initial phase, with expansion plans that will ultimately accommodate 70 million passengers per year.
Additionally, the Noida Metro Rail Corporation plans to extend the Golden Line to improve connectivity between Noida International and Indira Gandhi International airports. ✈
Stay tuned for our comprehensive report on Noida International Airport’s commercial operations.
