DG Khan Airport to Get a Major Upgrade
Key Takeaways
- PAA is expanding the Dera Ghazi Khan Airport runway to 3,000 meters, expected completion by December 2026.
- Feasibility studies are underway for a new Sukkur International Airport, alongside plans to upgrade the existing facility.
- PAA reviewed ongoing infrastructure projects and addressed various passenger service complaints during the E-Kachehri session.
- Passenger concerns included issues with baggage wrapping, lost valuables, airline refunds, and staff conduct.
- Flight operations at DG Khan and Hyderabad airports depend on the commercial decisions made by the airlines.
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is actively pursuing several major infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing the nation's aviation facilities, as detailed during the monthly DG PAA E-Kachehri session chaired by Deputy Director General Sameer Saeed. Key among these is the expansion of the Dera Ghazi Khan Airport runway to 3,000 meters by December 2026, alongside feasibility studies for a completely new Sukkur International Airport, with plans to upgrade the existing Sukkur facility to international standards. The meeting involved senior officials who reviewed current progress and tackled numerous passenger concerns, including issues related to baggage wrapping, lost items, and airline refunds. Furthermore, operational matters such as unlicensed forklift use and parking fees were discussed, with specific attention paid to difficulties reported at Peshawar, Islamabad, and Sialkot airports. The Deputy DG Works and Development affirmed that DG Khan and Hyderabad airports are fully functional, emphasizing that flight schedules are ultimately determined by the commercial strategies of the operating airlines.
