Archive · 22 May 2025
Runway Safety Project Delayed by Funding Dispute at Mangaluru Airport
Imagine a safety zone at the end of an airport runway, like a big soft space to help planes stop safely.
After a plane crash in 2010, this was recommended at Mangaluru Airport.
But, it's not built yet!
The government is arguing over who should pay for the land needed.
The state government thinks the airport operator should pay.
The project needs a lot of land and money.
Officials are trying to figure out how to move forward, but the disagreement has caused delays.
A local representative is also involved, trying to get everyone to talk and find a solution.
This safety zone is very important to protect people.
Runway safety project at Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) faces delays.
The project, recommended after the 2010 Air India Express crash, involves a safety strip.
Land acquisition is stalled due to disagreement between the Karnataka government and AAI over funding.
The project requires 33 acres of land and an estimated cost of Rs 45-50 crore.
MP Brijesh Chowta is seeking intervention to resolve the deadlock and expedite the process.
- Who
- The Karnataka government and Airports Authority of India (AAI) are involved, along with MP Capt Brijesh Chowta and other officials.
- What
- Construction of a runway safety strip at Mangaluru International Airport has been delayed.
- When
- The project was recommended after the 2010 Air India Express crash and has faced delays since 2015-16.
- Where
- Mangaluru International Airport (MIA)
- Why
- Disagreement over funding has stalled the runway safety project.
- Airport
- Mangaluru International Airport (MIA)
- Land Required
- 33 acres
- Estimated Cost
- Rs 45-50 crore
- Crash Year
- 2010
- Investigation Agency
- Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)