ArmInfo. The Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia is working to grant international status to Syunik Airport in Kapan. This was announced by Deputy Minister Armen Simonyan.
Recalling that the airport began operating regular flights two years ago, he noted that certain legal issues had already been resolved at that time in order to obtain this status.
"We have developed a roadmap for the airport to receive international status. This will expand the airport's flight network and launch international flights, which will have a significant impact on tourism development," Simonyan said. The Deputy Minister also emphasized that numerous agencies are working on the roadmap. "We highly value this airport's potential. Once all the planned work is completed, it will be granted international status. I am confident that good news lies ahead," he emphasized.
It should be noted that flights at Syunik Airport are operated by an L-410UVP-E20 aircraft, which can accommodate 17 passengers. Tickets cost 20,000 drams. Five flights are operated weekly. In addition to scheduled flights, charter flights are also organized. Clients represent a wide range of social groups, from individuals to businesses, and from various social backgrounds. The airport currently employs 40 people, most of whom are local residents, with a few specialized specialists from Yerevan.
