Navi Mumbai Airport Prepares for Launch with Plans for VVIP Terminal by 2030

The new airport aims to ease congestion in Mumbai while addressing operational challenges and proposing exclusive facilities for high-profile travelers.

• Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is set to begin commercial operations by May 15, 2025, pending final certification by aviation authorities.
• The airport will initially handle 12 million passengers annually, with long-term plans to expand capacity to 90 million passengers per year across four terminals and two runways.
• A dedicated VVIP terminal for government officials, celebrities, and other high-profile travelers is planned for completion by 2030 as part of Phase 3 development.
• Operational challenges for the airport's Air Traffic Control (ATC) include managing obstructions, low visibility during monsoons, and high air traffic volumes requiring advanced systems and infrastructure upgrades.
• Airlines like Air India and IndiGo are preparing for operations at NMIA, with test flights and gradual shifts of domestic services planned in the coming months.

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