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Civil Aviation Ministry approved proposal for setting up of water aerodromes in India
Union Civil Aviation Ministry approved the proposal for setting up of water aerodromes in India: Details, Aim, Purpose
Union Civil Aviation Ministry has given the approval to set up water aerodromes in India. The approval comes after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued regulations in June 2018, prescribing procedures and a requirement for licensing of water aerodromes.
Airports Authority of India has identified five states including Odisha, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Assam for development of water aerodromes. In the first phase of the project, Chilka Lake (Odisha), Sabarmati River Front and Sardar Sarovar Dam (Gujarat) have been identified for the development of such facilities.
The Airdrome is a location from which aircraft flight operations take place, regardless of whether they involve air cargo, passengers.
The development of water aerodromes would envisage the way for operation of amphibian planes, both on land and water, to enhance air connectivity. As there is no historical data on the market and demand from any airlines, the project will be done as a pilot project.
The water aerodrome cannot be used for scheduled air transport services without a license. The issued license will be valid for 2 years.
Initially, provisional license will be issued for a period of 6 months, during which implementation of water aerodrome operation will be monitored and regular license will be accorded afterward.
