Summary:
In the second quarter survey, the airport was way ahead at 37th position.“Passenger traffic has increased a great deal, and the growth figures are very impressive. The airport is a vital Indian Air Force base and is being used as a stopgap arrangement for civilian flight movements. Recently, the apron size has been increased, besides the parking bays,” another official pointed out.Between January and September last year, the airport recorded as many as 8,000 flight delays. The Union government has planned its overall expansion and the work has already started. The ratings should help Lohegaon airport authorities to identify the areas where they have not met the expectations of passengers and make efforts for their improvement,” aviation analyst and expert Dhairyashil Vandekar said..