Kolkata Airport (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport) CCU

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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

IATA:                      CCU

ICAO:                     VECC

Airport Type:          Public

Owner/Operator:   Airports Authority of India

Location:               Jessore Road, Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal 700052, India

Built:                     Early 1900s as the Calcutta Aerodrome

Opened:                 1924; 99 years ago

Built:                     Early 1900s as the Calcutta Aerodrome

Elevation AMSL:      5 m / 16 ft

Coordinates:          22°39′17″N 088°26′48″E

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (NSCBIA), formerly known as Dum Dum Airport, is an international airport located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, serving the Kolkata metropolitan area. The airport is named after Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, a prominent leader in India's struggle for independence from British rule.

It is located approximately 17 km (11 mi) from the city center. The airport is a major hub for flights to and from East India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Southeast Asia. The airport is owned by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and is operated by the Kolkata Airport Development Limited (KADL).

Kolkata Airport covers domestic and international flights to and from cities across India, as well as cities in the Middle East, South East Asia, and Europe. Kolkata Airport is one of the busiest airports in India. It is a major hub for domestic and international air traffic in the Eastern India region and serves as the gateway to the city of Kolkata. It is the sixth busiest airport in India. It is a hub for Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet and serves as a gateway to the eastern part of the country. The airport offers both domestic and international flights to over 70 destinations, including Dhaka, Bangkok, Singapore, Dubai, Doha, London, New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur and many more. Along with passenger services, Kolkata Airport also provides cargo operations, charter flights, and private jet services.

The airport has two terminals. The integrated terminal, named after Rabindranath Tagore, was opened in 2013 and serves both domestic and international flights. The airport can accommodate aircraft up to the size of an Airbus A380.

Technical Details

The airport is well-equipped with modern equipment and cutting-edge technologies, making it one of the most advanced airports in India. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (NSCBIA) is equipped with the latest technology and state-of-the-art facilities. The runway is equipped with CAT III-B Instrument Landing System (ILS) and Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) lighting. The airport has a total of two runways and the longest of these is 3,658 meters (11,993 ft) long.

The airport is also equipped with two modern air traffic control (ATC) towers. The ATC system is capable of handling up to 120 aircraft movements per hour. The airport has a total of 78 check-in counters and 12 immigration counters. It also has 20 security check booths and 24 immigration check booths. It is also the first airport in the country to have a Common User Terminal Equipment (CUTE) system for processing passengers.

Passenger Facilities

The airport offers a range of services and facilities, including check-in kiosks, currency exchange, duty-free shopping, restaurants, and snack bars. The airport also provides ground transportation services. Kolkata Airport is known for its efficient and friendly staff, who are always willing to assist passengers. The airport also has a business center, medical center, and a prayer room. There is also a child-care center, Free WI Fi and ATM. Kolkata Airport have Smoking Rooms in different corners, Money Exchange and Pharmacy and many more…

• Check-in counters: 78

• Immigration Counters: 12

• Security Check Booths: 20

• Immigration Check Booths: 24

• Lounges: 13

• Cafes and Restaurants: 15

• Duty-Free Shops: 10

• Business Centre: 1

• Medical Centre: 1

• Prayer Room: 1

• Child-Care Centre: 1

• ATM: 1

Kolkata Airport is India's first airport to have a dedicated terminal for Hajj Pilgrims. Kolkata Airport is the only airport in India that has a dedicated "Airport on Wheels" facility. This service provides people with a one-stop solution for all their airport needs, including check-in, baggage handling, security clearance, immigration, customs, and boarding.

Car parking facility is available at both domestic as well as international levels. Car parking areas are designated and operational throughout the day. Specific pick up and drop off points are assigned across terminals. 

Golf Carts

Battery operated golf carts are available in the Terminal at check in, arrival & aerobridge corridor for use by senior citizens, person with special needs, etc.

Incidents

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (NSCBIA) has seen a number of incidents over the years. In 2005, a Boeing 737 skidded off the runway while landing, resulting in the death of one passenger. In 2007, a SpiceJet aircraft overran the runway while taking off, resulting in the death of one passenger. In 2013, a SpiceJet aircraft was grounded after a bird strike during take-off. In 2017, an Air India Express flight crashed while attempting to land, resulting in the death of 61 people. In 2018, a Spice Jet aircraft overran the runway while taking off, resulting in the death of one passenger. In 2019, an Air India Express flight overran the runway while landing, resulting in the death of 18 people.

Kolkata Airport are its convenient location, its modern facilities, its efficient customer service, its expanding air traffic, its increased connectivity, its variety of shopping and dining options, and its commitment to sustainability.

Kolkata Airport is a great place to experience Indian culture and hospitality.

 kolkata-airport.com; aai.aero; wikipedia

Location: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Jessore Rd, Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal 700052, India

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