Editing Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

'''Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (IATA: DAC, ICAO: VGHS)''' is the '''largest and busiest airport in Bangladesh''', located in '''[[Dhaka]]''', the capital city. It serves as the primary gateway for '''domestic and international air travel''' in the country.
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== Overview ==

* '''Location:''' Kurmitola, Dhaka, Bangladesh (approximately 11 km north of Dhaka city center)
* '''Type:''' Public / Civil aviation
* '''Owner/Operator:''' Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB)
* '''Named After:''' Hazrat Shahjalal, a revered 14th-century Sufi saint

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== History ==

* '''Early Development:''' Established in '''1941''' as Dacca Airport during British rule.
* '''Post-Independence:''' Upgraded to an international airport after Bangladesh gained independence in '''1971'''.
* '''Expansion:''' Several expansions have been undertaken to handle increasing passenger and cargo traffic, including terminal renovations and runway improvements.

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== Facilities ==

* '''Terminals:'''
** Main international terminal for '''long-haul international flights'''
** Domestic terminal for flights within Bangladesh
* '''Runways:''' Single asphalt runway (15/33) capable of handling large aircraft
* '''Passenger Amenities:''' Duty-free shops, lounges, restaurants, immigration services, baggage claim, and car rental facilities
* '''Cargo Facilities:''' Equipped for handling freight, mail, and perishable goods

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== Airlines and Destinations ==

* '''International Airlines:''' Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and others
* '''Domestic Airlines:''' Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Novoair, and other regional carriers
* '''Destinations:''' Flights to Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and domestic cities including Chittagong, Sylhet, and Cox’s Bazar

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== Traffic and Statistics ==

* '''Passenger Traffic:''' Handles over '''10 million passengers annually''' (pre-pandemic estimates)
* '''Cargo Traffic:''' Significant volume of cargo, including garments, seafood, and perishable goods
* '''Aircraft Movements:''' Thousands of flights annually, making it the '''busiest airport in Bangladesh'''

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== Expansion Projects ==

* '''Second Terminal Construction:''' Ongoing projects aim to expand passenger handling capacity and modernize facilities
* '''Runway Extension and Upgrades:''' To accommodate larger aircraft and improve safety
* '''Digitalization:''' Implementation of advanced '''air traffic control and passenger management systems'''

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== Significance ==

* Serves as '''Bangladesh’s primary international gateway''', connecting the country to the world
* Vital for '''tourism, business, trade, and diplomatic activities'''
* Supports economic growth by facilitating '''export-import activities and foreign investment'''

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== See Also ==

* '''[[Dhaka City]]'''
* '''Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB)'''
* '''Shahjalal International Airport Metro Station (future Dhaka Metro link)'''
* '''Biman Bangladesh Airlines'''
* '''Transport in Bangladesh'''