Datia Airport Gets DGCA Nod, Becomes MP’s 8th Airport
Datia has officially emerged as Madhya Pradesh’s eighth airport after receiving a licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). It has been categorized as a public aerodrome under the 3C/VFR category, allowing its use for commercial operations. The newly developed airport, spanning 118 acres, is expected to enhance air connectivity in the state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed his joy on social media, thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this development.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Datia Airport Gets DGCA Nod, Becomes MP’s 8th Airport |
| DGCA Licence | Public aerodrome under 3C/VFR category |
| Total Area | 118 Acres |
| Runway Length | 1,810 meters |
| Runway Width | 30 meters |
| Terminal Area | 768 square meters |
| Passenger Capacity | 100 per hour |
| Apron Capacity | 2 ATR-72 aircraft |
| Security Equipment | X-ray machines, ETD, CCTV, DFMD, HHMD, RT sets, baggage handling system |
| Upcoming Airports | Satna and Datia (to be formally inaugurated) |
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