Muzaffarpur News: Patahi Airport Nears Launch of 19-Seater Aircraft Service After Successful Survey

In a significant development for the people of Muzaffarpur and surrounding regions, the long-awaited launch of a 19-seater aircraft service from Patahi Airport has taken a major step forward. A three-member team of aviation experts from Delhi and Patna recently conducted a comprehensive five-day survey of the airport, which has now been declared successful.

According to officials, the visiting team has returned and is currently preparing a detailed report that will be submitted to the State Government, Central Government, and the Airports Authority of India (AAI). A final decision on the commencement of flight operations will be made at the level of the Ministry of Civil Aviation based on this report.

Existing Infrastructure Deemed Suitable

One of the most significant outcomes of the survey is that no additional land acquisition will be required for initiating 19-seater aircraft services. Spanning approximately 101 acres, Patahi Airport has been found to be fully capable of supporting small aircraft operations and all necessary ground infrastructure.

This comes as a major relief, as land acquisition is often a key hurdle in infrastructure projects. Now, all required upgrades will be made within the existing airport premises.

Planned Upgrades

Key areas identified for improvement include:

Repair of runway, taxiway, and aircraft parking area

Renovation of the airport boundary wall to ensure secure operations

Restoration of the existing fire department building, with deployment of officers, staff, and fire engines

In addition, with assistance from a revenue official (Amin) appointed by the sub-divisional office, land measurement and boundary demarcation were successfully completed.

A detailed survey was also conducted in a 15-kilometre radius around the airport to assess transmission lines, tall structures, and other potential obstructions to safe flight operations.

Once approved, this project will mark a new chapter in regional air connectivity for North Bihar and is expected to boost local economy, tourism, and emergency transport.

The residents of Muzaffarpur now wait eagerly for the green signal from the Ministry of Civil Aviation to see their airport take flight after decades of anticipation.