BREAKING NEWS: Navi Mumbai International Airport Receives Aerodrome License, Ready for Takeoff!

Ajjay Bhagyakar
Oct 3
2 min read

📍Mumbai | October 1, 2025

In a historic development for India’s aviation industry, the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has officially received its Aerodrome License from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) — clearing the runway for the start of commercial flight operations.

This milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter for Mumbai, which will now become one of the few cities in the world served by two full-scale international airports. Decades in the making, NMIA is poised to redefine air travel and logistics in India, easing the burden on the overcrowded Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and catering to the explosive growth in passenger traffic.

Key Highlights: ( Navi Mumbai International Airport )

Aerodrome License Granted by DGCA
Terminal and runways near completion (Image: Sept 1, 2025)
Phase 1 designed to handle 20 million passengers annually, scalable to 60+ million
Integrated with Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) & Navi Mumbai Metro
Major boost to local employment, logistics, and trade corridors

Visual Progress

The latest aerial view (captured on September 1, 2025) shows NMIA’s iconic terminal structure taking final shape, with surrounding taxiways and airside infrastructure progressing swiftly. The futuristic design and advanced operational planning reflect India’s world-class infrastructure ambitions.

Industry Reaction

"This is not just a new airport; it’s a symbol of India’s leap into the future of global connectivity," say aviation experts.Businesses, travelers, and logistics companies are celebrating this leap forward in India’s transportation infrastructure.