AAI takes up project to improve rainwater drainage system at Tiruchi airport

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has undertaken a major infrastructure project at the Tiruchi international airport to eliminate water stagnation between the Parallel Taxi Track and the new Apron during monsoon season and protect critical airport infrastructure from water-related damage.

The ₹9.21-crore project was launched recently to improve water management in the airside operational area and strengthening the airport’s storm-water drainage system. The non-metro Tiruchi international airport has more overseas flight operations to select countries in South Asia, South East Asia, and West Asia daily as compared to domestic services.

As part of the ongoing project, construction of Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) drain, RCC box culverts and allied works have been taken up between the Parallel Taxi Track (PTT-F) and the new Apron, Airport Director, Tiruchi G. Gopalakrishnan said. Once completed, it would ensure efficient draining of rainwater, prevent water stagnation, and protect critical airport infrastructure, Mr. Gopalakrishnan said.