In a landmark moment, the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIAL) saw its first aircraft touchdown as an Indian Air Force C-295 successfully landed on the south runway. Developed by the Adani Group, the greenfield project started in August 2021 and is set to become operational by early 2025.
Breaking News : Inauguration Landing in to DB Patil International Airport, Navi Mumbai@IAF_MCC C295 aircraft Landing & Takeoff
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Jeet Adani, Director of Adani Airport Holdings Ltd., called it a proud moment, marking significant progress in creating a world-class aviation hub. Once fully operational, NMIAL will handle up to 90 million passengers annually, bolstering both regional accessibility and economic growth.
