Domestic cargo operations commence at Tiruchi airport
Tiruchi International Airport has officially commenced domestic cargo operations, with the first shipment sent to Hyderabad. Officials expect this to boost trade for local businesses, particularly in the textile and machinery sectors.
Why it matters
Expanding cargo capacity at regional airports improves logistics efficiency and supports the growth of small and medium enterprises.
Domestic cargo movement through Tiruchi International Airport began on Tuesday.
The first shipment, weighing 1,192 kg, was despatched by Indigo flight 6E 2171 to Hyderabad early in the morning. A total of 2.46 metric tonnes of domestic cargo was booked for shipment through the terminal.
“This is an encouraging start, and reflects the latent demand among traders. We expect the volume to grow steadily,” said G. Gopalakrishnan, Airport Director.
Although international cargo operations have been going on for several years now, with passenger aircraft carrying cargo to various destinations from here, domestic operations is being allowed only now.
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) had recently given the final security clearance, enabling domestic cargo handling at the passenger terminal ahead of the establishment of a dedicated cargo terminal at the new airport.
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