PR No. 82 Islamabad, April 09, 2017

Adviser to Prime Minister on Aviation, Sardar Mahtab Ahmad Khan visited New Islamabad Airport and got briefing from DGCAA,  Air Marshal Asim Suleiman on operational readiness of New Islamabad Airport keeping in view its opening date.

Adviser to PM was accompanied by Secretary Aviation Irfan Elahi.

Adviser directed that Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) should complete all works in efficient manner for successful start of operation of new airport. He expressed his satisfaction that new airport will be the first airport of the country having state of the art facilities. He also emphasized that all other airports of the country should be modernized and equipped with latest technology and equipment. He directed CAA to generate more revenue by enhancing commercial activities at airports. He also asked DGCAA to develop recreational park in the vicinity of new airport by utilizing available land and water reservoirs.

While chairing another meeting with stakeholders like airlines, ground handlers, airport security force, ANF, FIA and Customs, he directed CAA to extend full cooperation to them for their timely operation at New Airport.

In the end, Sardar Mahtab Ahmad Khan visited different sections and areas of the airport and expressed satisfaction on progress of work.

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