The inaugural landing of an Indian Air Force C-295 aircraft at the under-construction Navi Mumbai International Airport signifies a key milestone in the project’s development. The event, which saw Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde onboard, highlighted the progress made in building the new airport, with the first phase slated for completion in March 2025.
The Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh is rapidly approaching completion, with full-crew tests for commercial passenger flights set to begin by November 30, 2023. The airport aims to commence full commercial flight operations by March 2024, offering a much-needed alternative to the congested Delhi airport and boosting Uttar Pradesh’s role in India’s aviation landscape.
Andrew LaGala, an aviation professional with over 30 years of experience, has been chosen to lead Fayetteville Regional Airport, beginning October 2. LaGala’s extensive background in airport operations and management will be instrumental in the airport’s future growth and expansion plans.
GMR Infrastructure, known for managing major Indian airports, is aggressively expanding its global presence. The company has submitted a bid for Terminal 2 at Kuwait Airport and expressed interest in the Abha Airport project in Saudi Arabia. This follows GMR’s successful ventures in the Philippines and Indonesia. Alongside these international ambitions, GMR continues its domestic growth with new projects in Andhra Pradesh and Greece.
Craig Simon, a veteran airport professional with over two decades of experience, has been appointed as the new Director of Aviation for Oakland International Airport (OAK). Simon steps into this role at a crucial time as the airport embarks on major upgrades and developments.
AviaDev 2024, the premier event for the African aviation sector, will bring together influential leaders and key stakeholders to drive innovation, discuss strategic growth, and enhance connectivity across the continent. The event will feature insights from prominent figures in the industry, including Jon Howell, Mark Wilkinson, Dr. Bao Rasebolai Mosinyi, Marcel Langeslag, and Oeliarisoa Andriamasoandro, who will share their expertise and perspectives on key challenges and opportunities in African aviation.
JFK Millennium Partners, developer and operator of JFK Airport’s Terminal 6, announced today that Aer Lingus will be anchoring the new facility. The airline will begin operations at Terminal 6 on its opening day in early 2026. Passengers can expect a state-of-the-art terminal with curated artwork, spacious shopping and dining, and enhanced passenger amenities.
