Amravati, March 30, 2025: Amravati witnessed history today as its airport welcomed its first-ever trial flight with an ATR-72, marking a groundbreaking milestone in Maharashtra’s aviation landscape!! For the first time, the very aircraft that will soon carry passengers landed successfully, paving the way for a new dawn in regional air travel.
As part of the agreement with Alliance Air, this special trial flight from Indore to Amravati is a powerful testament to the airport’s readiness for commercial operations under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN. This landmark moment is not just about a flight—it is also about transforming aspirations into reality!
At exactly 15:56 hours, today , the aircraft made a flawless touchdown at Amravati Airport, demonstrating the seamless coordination of its state-of-the-art infrastructure, navigation systems, and ground handling facilities. After a swift turnaround, the flight departed for Indore at 16:17 hours, completing this critical milestone in the airport’s journey to full-fledged operations.
A Game-Changer for Amravati and Vidarbha
With its grand inauguration on the horizon, Amravati Airport is set to become a game-changer for the region—boosting economic growth, trade, tourism, and connectivity like never before. Developed by the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC) under the visionary UDAN scheme, this airport is more than just infrastructure; it’s a gateway to endless opportunities for businesses and travelers alike.
Leadership That Makes Dreams Take Flight
On this momentous occasion, Mrs. Swati Pandey, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of MADC, expressed her immense pride and enthusiasm:
“Under the dynamic leadership of our Hon’ble Chairman, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, MADC has once again turned dreams into reality! This milestone is a shining example of our unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation infrastructure and a bold step towards revolutionizing regional air travel in Maharashtra. The successful trial flight is more than just a landing—it’s the beginning of a new era of connectivity, growth, and limitless possibilities for Amravati and beyond!”
A New Chapter in Regional Aviation Begins
This successful trial flight is just the beginning. The upcoming grand inauguration will solidify Amravati’s place in India’s aviation network, bringing seamless air connectivity to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities like never before. With every milestone, Amravati Airport moves closer to becoming a key aviation hub in Maharashtra—bridging distances, creating opportunities, and soaring towards an exciting future.
Stay Tuned—Amravati is Taking Off!
With its first successful flight, Amravati is now on the aviation map—and this is just the takeoff. The sky is not the limit; it’s just the beginning! Stay tuned as we count down to the grand inauguration and witness the dawn of a new era in Maharashtra’s regional connectivity!
