Government to Collaborate with ICAO to Address Building Height Restrictions Near Airports
The Indian government, in collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), will conduct a study to find solutions for height restrictions on buildings around airports, balancing aviation safety with real estate development.
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Asserting that aviation safety is the top priority and will not be compromised, the minister also said the government plans to develop aerotropolises or cities developed around airports.
India is one of the world's fastest-growing civil aviation markets, and the number of airports in the country has increased by 88 to 162 in the last 11 years. The aim is to add another 50 airports in the next five years. While real estate development is gaining momentum, height restrictions are in place for buildings around airports to ensure safe flight operations.
There can be a 'balance' in ensuring aviation safety and in developing real estate around airports, especially with advancing technology systems, Naidu said at a conference organized by realtors' body Naredco.
'While we keep our operations intact with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidelines, the way we want to improve the height restriction scenario right now is that we want to do an international study,' the minister said. Talking to PTI on the sidelines of the conference, Naidu said the international study will follow the proper guidelines.
The government wants to have experts from the ICAO to do the study and also look at how the issues are being addressed in other international cities, such as Hong Kong, he said. He added that the upgradation of technology systems will also help provide leverage in addressing the issues.
'We are in communication with the ICAO (on having the study)... it (the study) is in line with Viksit Bharat,' the minister said. He expressed hope that the study, once complete, will come out with positive recommendations.
ICAO, a United Nations body, oversees global aviation standards. The government aims to establish 50 new airports in the next five years, Naidu said and added that the country has the potential to have over 350 airports.
The minister was speaking at the 17th National Convention of realtors' body Naredco with the theme 'India Builds: Reimagining Growth through Real Estate and Infrastructure' in the national capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main goal of the study by the Indian government and ICAO?
The main goal is to find solutions for height restrictions on buildings around airports, balancing aviation safety with real estate development.
How many new airports does the Indian government plan to add in the next five years?
The Indian government aims to add 50 new airports in the next five years.
What is an aerotropolis, and why is the government interested in developing them?
An aerotropolis is a city developed around an airport. The government is interested in developing them to promote economic growth and infrastructure development.
What role does technology play in addressing height restrictions around airports?
Advancing technology systems can help provide leverage in addressing height restrictions, making it possible to balance aviation safety with real estate development.
What is the ICAO, and why is it involved in this study?
The ICAO is a United Nations body that oversees global aviation standards. It is involved in the study to provide expert insights and ensure the study follows international guidelines.
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