Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport has been granted approval by the Serbian Civil Aviation Directorate for the use of its new 3.500-meter runway. The new runway will be operational from Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The new runway is part of a major expansion project at Belgrade Airport. The project also includes the construction of a new terminal, a new cargo terminal, and a new control tower. The expansion is expected to be completed in 2025.
The new runway will allow Belgrade Airport to handle more traffic. The airport currently handles around 5 million passengers per year. The new runway is expected to increase capacity to 10 million passengers per year. The new runway will also allow Belgrade Airport to attract new airlines. The airport is currently served by around 30 airlines. The new runway is expected to attract new airlines from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
The approval of the new runway is a major milestone for Belgrade Airport. The new runway will help the airport to grow and become a major hub in the region. In addition to the benefits mentioned above, the new runway will also have a number of other positive impacts on the Serbian economy. The expansion project is expected to create around 10,000 jobs during construction and around 5,000 jobs once the project is completed. The new runway is also expected to boost tourism in Serbia, which will generate additional revenue for the country.
The approval of the new runway is a major victory for Serbia. The new runway will help the country to improve its connectivity and attract new investment. The new runway is a sign of Serbia's commitment to economic development and its vision for the future.