Popular Post webfact Posted June 18 Popular Post Share Posted June 18 In an ambitious stride to elevate Thailand’s aviation clout, Hua Hin Airport in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province is set for a dramatic overhaul. The newly dubbed Phetch-Hua Hin International Airport aims for completion by late 2025. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited the construction site, emphasising the project's significance. "This is a crucial step in elevating Thailand’s infrastructure," he remarked. Once completed, Phetch-Hua Hin Airport will be capable of receiving larger aircraft, setting the stage for increased international flights. The upgrades will include state-of-the-art technology and automated systems to enhance service quality and safety. This modernisation is expected to attract more tourists to Hua Hin and Cha-am beaches and improve connectivity to other Thai destinations. This development is part of a broader government initiative to elevate Thailand’s airports into the top 20 worldwide by the next five years, according to a report from Pattaya Mail. Original Story: PM Srettha’s Plan to Rename Hua Hin Airport During a visit to Hua Hin yesterday, Prime Minister Srettha disclosed his support for renaming the airport to Phetch-Hua Hin. This move aims to highlight the neighbouring Phetchaburi province and its untapped tourism potential. Currently located in Hua Hin district of Prachuap Khiri Khan province, the airport is close to Cha-am district in Phetchaburi. The prime minister noted the airport's current underuse and the need for substantial upgrades. He stressed that extending the runway to accommodate international flights could significantly boost the traveller count to the resort city. As of now, Thai AirAsia is the only airline offering regular flights to Hua Hin Airport, running a route from Chiang Mai four times a week, as per the airport’s official Facebook page. Strategic Move for Aviation Growth This renaming aligns with the Pheu Thai-led coalition government’s broader goal to transform Thailand into a leading aviation hub. By upgrading the airport and expanding its reach, PM Srettha hopes to attract more international visitors and stimulate the local economy. The proposal is expected to stir active debate among stakeholders, weighing potential benefits against costs and logistical hurdles. If successful, the rebranding could signify a landmark achievement in Thailand's tourism and aviation sectors, potentially setting a new regional development precedent. Picture courtesy: Wikipedia -- 2024-06-19 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 2 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimHuaHin Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 A near empty hub? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bob smith Posted June 19 Popular Post Share Posted June 19 ...Hub off! bob. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tropicalevo Posted June 19 Popular Post Share Posted June 19 (edited) Seems crazy to me. Just another major project spend that will become a white elephant. Suratthani International airport is just down the road and they have less than 10 flights a day at the moment. All domestic. Never mind that the economy is tanking. Never mind that many Thais are struggling. Let's spend money on major projects for our friends that buy us our positions. At one flight per day, it should be closed down and save money. F 1 track perhaps? Edited June 19 by Tropicalevo 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidal wave Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Shed hub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gottfrid Posted June 19 Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Noted in the book, as Thai Hub 127, just after Thai Hub 126 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted June 19 Popular Post Share Posted June 19 9 hours ago, webfact said: In an ambitious stride to elevate Thailand’s aviation clout, Hua Hin Airport in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province is set for a dramatic overhaul. The newly dubbed Phetch-Hua Hin International Airport aims for completion by late 2025. They've been talking modernising and increasing about Hua Hin airport for years 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidermike007 Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 I seriously doubt that this will ever happen in our lifetimes, they have been talking about expanding the Hua Hin airport for decades now, they used to have an excuse, they don't anymore. There should be 30 to 40 flights a day in and out of that airport from areas within the region and regional international flights. There is absolutely no excuse for the sloth that's currently being exhibited by the authorities in relation to this airport. It is a shame, it is an abomination, and it is completely ridiculous considering the amount of congestion on the highways. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeptic7 Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Wanna bet❗❓ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LudwigK Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 New name is the MOST IMPORTANT😁😁😁😀😀😀😁😒😒😒😒😊😊😊😊 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivananahuahin Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 How many luggages belt and exits, is the runway long enough for widebodies aircraft, is it a car parking, material, personal,security, ILS,so much parameters need be ready in 2025, I am very curious if it will happen, nice project indeed but realist??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 That really is beyond a joke. From ghost town to hub in a year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almer Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Don't forget Khonkaen International Airport together with its new rail station, but nothing goes anywhere 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersomchai Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 More airports more roads more cars more tourists more pollution The thai road map to sustainable tourism.☹️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korat Kiwi Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 How about reopening the Korat airport to the public again? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHansen Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 It would be nice to have an open Hertz there again. I used to hire a car at swampy and drop it off at Hua Hin until covid shut the branch down. Presently i can only return the car to swampy or another big airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancelot01 Posted June 21 Share Posted June 21 On 6/19/2024 at 9:05 AM, hotchilli said: They've been talking modernising and increasing about Hua Hin airport for years At least since I arrived in 2008. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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