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Airlines Demand Clarity on Navi Mumbai Airport Readiness Ahead of Shift
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CNBC TV18•05-10-2026, 22:09
Airlines Demand Clarity on Navi Mumbai Airport Readiness Ahead of Shift
- •Airlines are seeking detailed information on the operational and regulatory readiness of Navi Mumbai International Airport ahead of a crucial Civil Aviation Ministry meeting.
- •Carriers have raised serious questions regarding aircraft maintenance preparedness, required certifications, and engineering capabilities at the new facility.
- •Concerns remain over security approvals, including BCAS clearances, Aerodrome Entry Permits, and airside access passes for personnel.
- •Airlines are also demanding clarity on ground handling training, staff certifications, and adequate office space availability before the proposed October 25 transition.
Key Questions Answered
Airlines are seeking clarity on whether necessary infrastructure, DGCA certifications for aircraft engineering and line maintenance providers, security approvals like BCAS AOSP, and airside access permits are in place at Navi Mumbai ahead of the October 25 transition.
Airlines are reluctant to move due to concerns over passenger demand, last-mile connectivity, higher aeronautical and user development fees, and split operations that could reduce efficiency and increase costs.
Adani Airports plans to begin the phased shutdown of Terminal 1 starting in January 2027 to address safety concerns, with the redevelopment ultimately increasing T1 capacity by 33% to 20 million passengers per annum.
