Al-Baha Airport Development is a major project that aims to improve and modernize the infrastructure and services at Al-Baha Airport, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which seeks to promote tourism, increase airport capacity, and improve the quality of services provided to travelers. This project is being implemented to meet the needs of future growth in passenger and air cargo traffic.
Objectives of Al-Baha Airport Development Project:
Increase capacity:
Expand the airport to increase the number of flights and passengers that the airport can handle daily.
Improving infrastructure:
Updating and expanding existing buildings and facilities, including the runway, passenger terminal, and cargo areas.
Enhancing the quality of services:
Providing advanced and high-quality services to travelers, including express registration services, rest facilities, dining and shopping areas.
Updating operating systems:
Adopt the latest technologies in airport management, including security and surveillance systems, baggage management, and communication systems.
Supporting tourism and economic development:
Attracting more visitors to the Al-Baha region, which enhances local economic development by increasing tourism spending and investments.
Components of Al Baha Airport Development Project:
Expanding the passenger terminal:
Constructing and expanding passenger lounges to provide larger spaces and better comfort for passengers, including reception, waiting and departure lounges.
Improving the runway and taxiways:
Expanding and modernizing the runway and taxiways to improve the capacity to receive large aircraft and increase the efficiency of air operations.
Cargo Facilities:
Establishing and expanding air cargo facilities to improve cargo capabilities and meet business needs.
Support and Services Facilities:
Developing support facilities such as parking lots, hotels, restaurants and shops to provide an integrated experience for passengers and visitors.
Modern Technology Systems:
Implementing modern airport management systems, including security and surveillance technologies, baggage management system and information technology.
Benefits of Al Baha Airport Development Project:
Increasing capacity:
Enabling the airport to receive a larger number of flights and passengers, which contributes to meeting the growing demand for travel.
Improving the passenger experience:
Providing high-quality services and improving the comfort and well-being of passengers through modern and advanced facilities.
Supporting economic growth:
Promoting tourism and investment in Al Baha region by facilitating access and increasing visitor traffic.
Raising operational efficiency:
Improving the efficiency of airport operations by upgrading the infrastructure and implementing advanced operating systems.
Enhancing security:
Enhancing security and safety procedures at the airport by using modern technologies and advanced monitoring systems.