Laguindingan Airport, the main gateway to Northern Mindanao, will start its expansion project in December 2023, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).
The project is expected to be completed in June 2024 and will increase the airport’s passenger terminal building capacity from 500 to 860 persons. The expansion will also include the construction of new check-in counters, baggage claim carousels, and boarding gates.
The expansion project is necessary to accommodate the growing number of passengers passing through Laguindingan Airport. In 2022, the airport handled over 2 million passengers, a significant increase from the pre-pandemic level of 1.5 million passengers.
The expansion project is also part of the government’s plan to improve the country’s airport infrastructure. Laguindingan Airport is one of the busiest airports in the Philippines and is a major economic driver for Northern Mindanao.
The expansion project is expected to generate jobs and boost the local economy. It will also make Laguindingan Airport more competitive in the region and attract more tourists and investors to Northern Mindanao.
Benefits of the expansion project
The expansion of Laguindingan Airport will bring a number of benefits to the region, including:
- Increased passenger capacity: The expansion will allow the airport to accommodate more passengers, which will help to meet the growing demand for air travel in Northern Mindanao.
- Improved passenger experience: The new terminal facilities will provide passengers with a more comfortable and efficient travel experience.
- Reduced congestion: The expansion will help to reduce congestion at the airport, making it easier for passengers to navigate and access their flights.
- Enhanced economic activity: The expansion project is expected to generate jobs and boost the local economy. It will also make Laguindingan Airport more competitive in the region and attract more tourists and investors to Northern Mindanao.
The expansion of Laguindingan Airport is a positive development for the region and is expected to bring significant benefits to the local economy and community.
