PUBLISHED : 29 Jul 2023 at 04:00
Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Ltd (Aerothai), the provider of air traffic control services, is gearing up for the implementation of a metroplex air traffic control plan to accommodate growing air traffic and improve efficiency and safety.
Aerothai president Nopasit Chakpitak said the plan has been drawn up in line with the Transport Ministry’s policy and forecasts regarding growth in the aviation industry.
The first phase involves restructuring the routes and airspace management of three major airports: Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and U-tapao, he said.
The metroplex air traffic plan, Mr Nopasit said, will not only improve efficiency and safety in air navigation but it will also reduce fuel consumption.
He said the restructuring of routes and airspace management at the three airports will yield benefits to the country’s aviation industry, which is one of key drivers of the economy.
Mr Nopasit said the agency is also upgrading air navigation services and putting its focus on human resources development to make sure it is ready for the implementation of the air traffic plan.
Aerothai also plans to restructure routes and develop airspace management to enhance air traffic management at three international airports in the southern region, namely, Phuket airport, Krabi airport and a new one to be opened in the lower part of the region.
Chiang Mai airport and Lampang airport in the North are among the areas where Aerothai also plans to implement the metroplex air traffic plan, he said.