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Modernization Plan

Renewed and Refreshed

Since taking over management, MIAL has brought about significant improvements in the operations of the airport. Some of the major initiatives include the opening of the refurbished Domestic Terminal 1B and the International Terminal 2B, augmenting the runway capacity to handle more aircraft movements and initiating the rollout of state-of-the-art technology to improve operational efficiency.

The developments included

  • 258 check in counters
  • Expanded baggage screening system
  • In line baggage screening system
  • Faster and efficient immigration process
  • More airline ticket counters
  • Upgraded lounges
  • Multi level car park

 

The new Domestic Terminal 1C was unveiled in April 2010. Spread over 2, 97,194 sq ft of area across three levels, Terminal 1C is an innovative new addition to CSIA. Its modern design and spacious interiors have been well planned to give it a completely contemporary look. Terminal 1C has a seating capacity of approximately 900 passengers. Well connected to 1A and 1B, this terminal ensures convenience and comfort for the passengers. The 12,500 sq ft retail space houses exclusive global brands, F&B outlets, coffee shops and bars. In addition to the exciting shopping experience, Terminal 1C also offers a wide variety of eateries and cuisines in its food court.

Key features of 1C
  • 6 Aerobridges
  • Increased choice in food and retail
  • Improved airline lounges

Next Terminal to be introduced is Terminal 2. This terminal is an icon of the modern India. This futuristic terminal combines the best of the Indian culture with state of the art technology to offer its visitors an experience like no other. It showcases local and national art and ethnicity giving an insight of the Indian culture to its every visitor. This new terminal will set new international standards across every aspect like architecture, planning, technology, functionality and service.

Key features of the New Integrated Terminal:
  • World class architecture and passenger facilities
  • 188 check in counters
  • 7,00,000 sq ft of retail, F&B outlets, lounges and travel services
  • 52 passenger boarding bridges
  • 3km, 6 lane dedicated access road to new T2 from the Western Express Highway
  • This new terminal will soon become a new gateway to the city.

Other Infrastructural Supports

Along with upgrading passenger services, MIAL has also concentrated on upgrading other infrastructures that will act as a combined support to the overall CSIA development.

Upgradation of runway:
Considering the increase in air traffic and passenger volumes, upgradation of the entire airside infrastructure was very essential; particularly reconstructing the existent runways was a crucial necessity. CSIA has a cross runway network system. The runway modernization plan included, first resurfacing and recarpeting of the secondary runway 14/32 along with the intersection area of both the runways. Carrying out runway work while keeping flight operations on was a crucial and challenging task. Apart from the main work, the runway shoulders on either side of the secondary runway have been widened from 7.5 meters to 15 mtrs thus making it compliant for operations by Code- F aircraft such as the A380. Six new taxiways were also constructed to improve the overall efficiency and reduce the runway occupation time at the airside.

Presently, the reconstruction of CSIA’s main runway 09/27, along with other associated airside infrastructural work, is in progress. This extremely crucial project will be completed in 3 phases, starting 23rd September, 2010 till 1st July, 2011 which will include drainage work, cable & airfield lighting work, reconstruction of taxiways, making a compliant Runway End Safety Area (RESA), broadening of runway shoulders to make it Code-F aircraft compliant, etc.

Airport Operations Control Centre:
CSIA was the first airport in India to form an Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC). This new addition allocates the parking stands, boarding gates and captures the flight data. AOCC also coordinates resources like refueling and bus transfer with airlines. It is also responsible for the non-scheduled international flight movements.

Emergency Services:
State of the art, Oshkosh ‘Striker 3000’ and Rosenbauer ‘Panther’ crash fire tenders have been introduced at CSIA for more efficient fire management services. The ‘Panther’ is a fully computerized fire tender and has enhanced jet throw ability.

Since 2007, MIAL had also conducted a Full- Scale Emergency Exercise to test the adequacy of the airport emergency plan to cope with a possible aircraft emergency, without affecting any passenger operations at CSIA.

SITA’s Airport Management System
In May 2007, CSIA became the first airport in India to introduce an airport management system by SITA, the global provider of airport IT solutions. This innovative addition makes CSIA a pioneer in airport efficiency in India having shifted from manual systems to IT driven automation. This system enables end-to-end management of airport resources in real time.

In February 2008, MIAL signed an agreement with SITA to implement Common Use Self Service (CUSS) kiosks to enhance passenger experience and Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE) check in systems to organize gate and check-in counter allocations at CSIA.

Data and Voice Network
By mid 2008, MIAL also implemented a common data and voice network across the terminals. With this breakthrough, all the airlines, retailers have been brought into a common unified network.
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