Ministry approves partial revision of Quang Tri Airport plan

The Ministry of Construction has approved a partial adjustment to the Quang Tri Airport development plan for the period up to 2030.

The revision aims to synchronize technical infrastructure, meet practical development needs, and align with the approved investment plan.

According to the new decision, adjustments include relocating the turning pad at the 22 end of the runway and adding a new turning pad at the 04 end. Additionally, the GP (glide path) antenna will be moved to the southeast of the 22 end, and a drainage ditch system will be installed along both sides of the runway and the aircraft parking apron, complemented by a culvert system connecting edge ditches to the open canal network.

The Ministry of Construction has tasked the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) with leading efforts to coordinate implementation, ensuring compliance with current regulations.

Previously, CAAV had submitted a proposal to the ministry, advocating for a partial adjustment to Quang Tri Airport’s planning to enhance technical infrastructure synchronization and accommodate growing air transport demand.

The construction of Quang Tro Airport is underway in Gio Quang and Gio Mai communes (Gio Linh district), covering over 265 ha. The total investment for the project, spanning two phases, amounts to over VND5.83 trillion (nearly $224.4 million). Upon completion, the airport is expected to accommodate up to 5 million passengers and handle 25,500 tons of cargo, annually.

This planning adjustment marks a significant step in advancing national transportation infrastructure, enhancing connectivity, and fostering trade expansion—both domestically and internationally—for Quang Tri and the Central region in the coming years.