A significant milestone for Telangana's aviation sector is on the horizon as Warangal gears up to join the global aviation network. Its Mamnoor Airport is set to undergo a major transformation, soon enabling it to accommodate international aircraft like Boeing and Airbus.
Mamnoor Airport once celebrated as India's largest airport before Independence, has remained dormant for over 40 years. However, after decades of delays, the long-awaited revival of the airport in Warangal, which predated Hyderabad's Begumpet Airport and served as a crucial hub for both civilian and military aviation, is finally moving closer to fruition.
The Telangana State government recently sanctioned ₹205 crore for acquiring 280.30 acres of land required to expand Mamnoor Airport. Located approximately 170 km from Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Mamnoor is set to become the first of six planned airports in Telangana to begin operations under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS-Udan).
This largest pre-Independence airport was built by the Nizams in Mamnoor village, Hanamkonda Mandal, in Warangal district (then Andhra Pradesh). Established in 1930 by the last Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan, it was part of a broader initiative to support businesses, including the paper industry in Sirpur Kaghaznagar and the Azam Zahi mills in Warangal. During the Indo-China War, it served as a hangar for government aircraft, as Delhi Airport was a target. Additionally, Mamnoor Airport was a hub for cargo services and Vayudooth operations. It hosted numerous Prime Ministers and Presidents until 1981, when it ceased operations due to a lack of development efforts. Further, land sharks' encroachment reduced the airfield's available area from around 1,140 acres to just 693 acres.
Esta historia es de la edición December 2024 de Cruising Heights.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor ? Conectar
Esta historia es de la edición December 2024 de Cruising Heights.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor? Conectar
UNTAPPED POTENTIAL OF BUSINESS JETS IN AN ENCOURAGING MARKET
India's business jet market is witnessing growth, fueled by rising UHNWIS and increasing private jet demand. Yet, challenges like high operational costs, inadequate infrastructure, and unclear fractional ownership policies hinder its full potential, explains R. CHANDRAKANTH
Durable Solutions for Runway Construction
Durable runway and highway construction can be achieved by promoting advanced solutions like Performance Grade (PG) binders and leveraging NABL-accredited laboratories to design pavement that can withstand the challenges of aggressive climatic conditions and heavy traffic loads. This ensures long-lasting, climate-adaptable, ESG-compliant, and sustainable infrastructure while advocating for policy changes and innovation. In this interaction with SUBHENDU KUNDU, General Manager of Marketing & Branding of Hindustan Colas, these pressing issues and forward-looking solutions are discussed in detail.
BEYOND FUNCTIONALITY DESIGNING AIRPORTS FOR EXTENDED PASSENGER STAYS
Airports today are redefining functionality with immersive designs that blend green aesthetics, local culture, and retail-focused layouts. By encouraging extended passenger stays, they transform travel into an engaging experience, observes RASHEED KAPPAN
MERGER OF EQUALS
Vistara has flown into the sunset following its merger with Air India, marking a significant step in the Tata Group's ambitious aviation transformation. As MIKE RAJKUMAR notes, while the merger brings opportunities for growth with an expanded fleet and network, it also poses challenges in preserving Vistara's service ethos and navigating complex integration processes
WAITING TO TAKE OFF
India's coastline and waterways present immense potential for seaplane operations, particularly for regional connectivity and tourism, yet seaplane operations are yet to take-off despite many attempts. While challenges like infrastructure and commercial viability persist, strong government initiatives, including revised regulations and financial support, are required to establish a sustainable seaplane ecosystem, examines ATUL CHANDRA
TRANSFORMING ATM WITH REMOTE TOWERS AND SWIM
Remote-control towers and SWIM technology offer cost-effective solutions for managing small airports, enhancing data sharing, efficiency, and scalability while aligning with global aviation standards, explains DR. ARJUN SINGH
REVIVING MAMNOOR AIRPORTI TELANGANA'S GATEWAY TO REGIONAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY
Mamnoor Airport, once India's largest pre-Independence airport, is set for a transformative revival, marking a significant milestone for Telangana's aviation sector. With ₹205 crore sanctioned for expansion, the airport aims to accommodate international aircraft and boost connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in the region, reports NIDHI SHARMA
KERALA'S AVIATION EXPANSION PROGRESS AMIDST CHALLENGES
Four international airports and a fifth on the way mark Kerala's aviation growth, but financial struggles and safety concerns reveal that all is not well, uncovers RASHEED KAPPAN
A LANDMARK IN FLIGHT SIMULATOR TRAINING
SIMAERO AND HAVELSAN FORGE A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
INDIGO FUNNELS HOLIDAY TRAFFIC THROUGH BENGALURU
IndiGo is establishing Bengaluru as a strategic hub, connecting high-spending local travelers to international leisure destinations like Bali and Langkawi. With its market-stimulating fares and expanding infrastructure, the airline is tapping into Bengaluru's potential as a gateway for holiday traffic, highlights AMEYA JOSHI
