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Updated February 2023

Gwadar, a small town in Pakistan, has recently garnered attention due to its strategic location, prompting the Pakistani government to invest in building new transportation infrastructure in the area. Following the construction of a crucial deep-sea port, Gwadar is now preparing to open a brand-new international airport.

The airport is expected to facilitate greater mobility for both people and logistics, connecting Pakistan to neighboring regions such as the Middle East and Central Asia. Read on to learn more about the upcoming airport and how it will improve travel options in the region.

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Gwadar Airport in Pakistan

Construction on the Gwadar New International Airport began in October 2019, following the prime minister’s announcement in March of that year. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the airport can handle large planes like the Airbus A380. The project has also created jobs and is expected to boost the local economy by introducing new industries and markets.

After several years of anticipation, the airport is set to host its first test flight in March of this year, featuring large cargo planes from around the world. The construction is projected to be completed by June 2023.

Located in Gurandani, 26 KM east of Gwadar City in Balochistan province, the airport covers 4,300 acres and includes a 12,000-feet runway, a passenger terminal building, a cargo terminal, an air traffic control tower, and a parking apron that can accommodate up to 12 aircraft at a time.

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