Tirupati Airport to commence cargo services soon, tapping the agri sector in Chitoor

Considering the airport’s potential for handling cargo flights, the Airport Authority of India has put forward plans for domestic cargo operations at Tirupati Airport. A full-fledged cargo terminal is all set for commissioning. Accordingly, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security recently gave clearance to the airport for cargo service operations. The airport is directly connected to various destinations. Starting air cargo services from here would result in a passenger traffic rise and provide an impetus to the airlifting of perishable goods. This will boost the earnings of the farming community in Chittoor district and ensure timely and efficient transport of their produce to other parts of the country, the official said.
“Tirupati is fast developing into a base for export of many products. There’s scope to tap the agri sector in Chittoor and neighbouring districts from which perishable goods could be airlifted to other cities. This will benefit the catchment areas of Chittoor, Nellore, Kurnool and Kadapa districts of the Rayalaseema region,” noted the airport director.