Kannur airport to get major transformation within one year, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan announced a major development plan for Kannur International Airport, aiming to transform it into a global aviation hub. The initiative includes establishing a pilot training center, aircraft maintenance facilities, and seeking 'Point of Call' status.
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Expanding regional airport infrastructure is a key strategy for boosting economic growth and addressing the projected shortage of aviation personnel in India.
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has announced that major changes aimed at the overall development of Kannur International Airport will be implemented within a year.
He made the announcement while inaugurating the newly launched International Air Cargo Complex and the 4-MW solar power project at the airport on Monday (September 28, 2026). The Chief Minister said the State government had taken decisions to transform airports in Keralam into aviation hubs that could contribute to the State’s economic growth and GDP.
He said efforts would be made to secure ‘Point of Call’ status for Kannur airport. At present, the airport faces limitations in operating international services due to the lack of this status. The government would work to find a solution to this issue, he added.
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