ACSA expansion of CT International welcomed, DA calls for timelines
14 July 2023
The DA in the Western Cape welcomes ACSA's commitment to expand Cape Town International Airport. This expansion is an urgent necessity, driven by the Western Cape’s remarkable growth in tourism, which has seen a steady recovery since the Covid pandemic. Moreover, it presents a valuable opportunity for Cape Town and the province to bolster the local economy and generate additional employment opportunities.
In May of this year, I wrote and advocated for the expansion of the airport, recognising the numerous benefits it would bring to both the City and the province. As the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Mobility, I will be inviting ACSA to brief the committee on the project's progress and provide updates regarding the anticipated timelines.
As an award-winning airport and with the recent announcement of numerous new international flights, Cape Town's status as a sought-after destination is solidified.
ACSA's plan to construct an additional runway capable of accommodating larger airplanes with wider wing spans not only addresses the needs of the aviation industry but also provides a solution to the ongoing airspace challenges faced by the airport. The current limited availability of airspace not only hampers local flying schools in securing adequate training areas but also poses a serious safety concern.