Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport
Dimensions
- Runways:
- 3,000m
About
Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport is the tentative name given to a new airport development in Northern Phuket. The new airport is expected to ease passenger traffic at the existing airport in Phuket, and serve as a hub for Phang Nga - a major tourist destination. Bangkok Airways reportedly is in talks with Phang Nga Province regarding a potential land lease deal, with an environmental impact assessment underway.
May-2024. Airports of Thailand (AoT) CEO Kirati Kitmanawat stated the feasibility study for Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport is expected to be complete in 2024. Mr Kitmanawat said construction of the airport is due to commence by 2027. The feasibility studies will cover investment potential, economic gains, financial returns and environmental impacts.
Jan-2024. Airports of Thailand (AoT) plans to speed up construction of Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport. The new airport is in the second stage of development and aims to resolve capacity constraints at Phuket International Airport. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said the two airports are expected to handle around 18 million passengers per year, compared to an annual average of 12.5 million currently handled by Phuket International Airport. Once operational, Andaman Airport will be a hub for long haul international services, while Phuket International Airport will only accommodate domestic and short haul services. The two airports are 23.4 kilometres apart, with around 20 minutes of travel between them.
Sep-2023.
22-Sep-2023. Airports of Thailand (AOT) allocated a THB140 billion (USD3.87 billion) budget towards construction of Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport and the expansion of Chiang Mai International Airport. Phang Nga - Andaman International Airport will be located on 6000 rai of land in Takuwatung District owned by Thailand's Ministry of Finance. Construction is expected to take seven years, three for research and development and four for construction....
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