PAA confirms plans to expand Dera Ghazi Khan Airport
The Pakistan Airports Authority
(PAA) has officially announced the planned upgrade of Dera Ghazi Khan Airport
to accommodate Airbus A320 aircraft, with project completion expected by the
end of next year.
The announcement was made during the
Authority’s monthly e-Kacheri session, led by Sumair Saeed, Deputy Director
General of Works and Development.
Saeed emphasized that the airport
enhancement project will significantly boost regional connectivity, fulfilling
a long-standing demand from both local residents and airline operators to
enable operations of larger aircraft in the area.
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The upgrade is expected to pave the
way for new flight routes and increased flight frequency, contributing to the socioeconomic
development of South Punjab.
In addition to DG Khan, Saeed
outlined further improvement plans for Bacha Khan International Airport in
Peshawar, including airside infrastructure upgrades and expanded passenger
parking facilities—initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall travel experience
and meeting rising traffic demands.
As part of a broader strategy to
improve national air connectivity, Saeed revealed that a business proposal has
been circulated to multiple airlines, offering incentives to initiate flights
between Gwadar and other destinations in Punjab and beyond. The goal is to
unlock the commercial potential of underutilized airports and expand domestic
travel options.
During the live session, Saeed also
addressed public concerns submitted through the e-Kacheri platform, including
complaints about flight delays, lost baggage, and misconduct by airline staff.
He directed that a detailed report on these issues be compiled and submitted to
the Civil Aviation Authority for appropriate follow-up.
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In response to a specific passenger complaint from Lahore Airport, Saeed also ordered that tetanus injections be included in first-aid kits at all airports moving forward.
Source: Business Recorder