The Ministry of Construction has approved the task of formulating the Master Plan for Dien Bien Airport for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision toward 2050. This decision serves as a strategic framework for investment and development, ensuring the airport aligns with air transport demands and local socio-economic growth.
The planning research scope covers approximately 201 ha. The project will be implemented in accordance with the scheme approved by the Prime Minister in Decision No. 648/QD-TTg dated June 7, 2023. It will also consider adjacent areas to ensure harmony in spatial organization and technical infrastructure.
The primary objective of the planning task is to research and arrange spatial layouts logically, facilitating the development of Dien Bien Airport to meet aviation transport needs and provincial socio-economic requirements. Furthermore, it aims to propose a suitable investment roadmap for each development phase.
The planning process must strictly comply with national laws on planning and civil aviation, as well as national aviation standards and the recommendations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The plan must also guarantee national defense and security, operational safety, and overall feasibility.
Key components of the planning task include: conducting surveys, investigations, and data collection; analyzing and evaluating the current status and capacity of existing infrastructure; forecasting air transport demand; proposing planning options for the airport, including the airside (runways, taxiways), landside (terminals, parking), and related facilities; and optimizing facilities to enhance operational capacity.
The formulation of the master plan is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2026. This timeline does not include the period required for appraisal and official approval as mandated by regulations.
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