The Union civil aviation ministry has given
its approval to Airports Authority of India to undertake ground
handling business across all airports in the country. AAI is likely to invite
expressions of interest for joint ventures with private players at some of the
major airports.
AAI is awaiting for the introduction
of of the civil aviation policy and the policy is expected to be in place within
few months. Ground handling comprises aircraft handling, passenger handling,
check-in services and cargo handling services.
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