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No Slots for 12 International Carriers at CSMIA Next Summer
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What Happened?
Mumbai International Airport Ltd has allocated slots to 38 of 50 international airlines for summer 2027 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, leaving 12 airlines without slots. These airlines can operate from Navi Mumbai International Airport.
Key points
- Twelve airlines operate about 16 daily flights to 14 international destinations.
- The slot allocation aims to leave 91% of CSMIA's traffic capacity unaffected.
- Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa will shift flights to Navi Mumbai.
- The redevelopment of Terminal 1 is expected to increase its capacity from 1.5 crore to 2 crore passengers annually.
- Construction for the new terminal is set to begin early next year and be operational by March 2029.
- The existing Terminal 1, commissioned in 1964, will undergo phased redevelopment starting in April 2027.
Key insights
- The temporary allocation of slots may lead to increased passenger traffic at Navi Mumbai International Airport.
- The redevelopment of Terminal 1 is crucial for addressing structural concerns and improving airport infrastructure.
- The shift of flights to Navi Mumbai could enhance operational efficiency for the affected airlines.
Why it matters
This decision affects international travel options for airlines operating from Mumbai.
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Mumbai International Airport Ltd· OrganizationChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport· LocationNavi Mumbai International Airport· LocationIndiGo· CompanyAir India· CompanyAkasa· CompanyIIT Bombay· Organization
Source
Times of India
