The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) expects to complete the rehabilitation and upgrade of the Davao International Airport (DIA) passenger terminal building by June this year.
According to CAAP, the project is now 35.26 percent complete.
“Detailed activities being constructed under this project include painting works on the lobby ceiling, polishing of decorative areas, and special equipment works such as the installation and improvement of escalators at the check-in area and domestic arrival area,” the CAAP said.
“Glass panels and wood decor have also been installed in the airport’s mezzanine floor. While other ongoing works include the relocation of x-ray machines and installation board-ups,” it added.
The project started on March 20, 2022 with a total cost of P46,981,074.37, and is expected to be complete by June 2023.
CAAP also said the proposed expansion of the DIA terminal building with a budget of P699.549 million is set to begin by June this year and completed by June 2025.
The DIA is one of the nation’s busiest airports, catering to 251 domestic and 11 international flights weekly.
“With the influx of travelers transiting in the airport, the completion of these development projects are expected to allow the airport to serve and accommodate more passengers at a given time,” CAAP said.
