Latur Airport

Latur Airport (IATA: LTU, ICAO: VALT) is a public airport located near Chincholiraowadi, 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) west of the city of Latur, in the Marathwada region of the Maharashtra state in India.

Latur Airport has one asphalt runway, oriented 05/23, 2300 metres long and 30 metres wide. Its 100 by 70 metre apron provides parking space for 1 ATR and 1 Business Jet at a time, while its terminal building can handle 60 passengers during peak hours. Navigational aids at Latur include PAPI lights and an Aerodrome beacon

Latur Airport was constructed in 1991 by the Public Works Department (PWD) and then handed over to Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation in April 2000. During 2006-2008, it was upgraded including a longer runway, new terminal building and car park.

To push trade in the region, the Maharashtra State Industries Ministry initiated the process of modernisation of airports operated by MIDC in 2006.

Kingfisher Airlines commenced flights to Latur from Mumbai via Nanded in October 2008. The service extension to Latur turned seasonal and was stopped when Kingfisher faced financial problems. No scheduled commercial air service at this Airport at this time.

This Airport is manage and operate by Reliance Infrastructure Ltd., is India's largest private sector enterprise power utility and construction company.

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