Mang Den Airport Development Plan

https://sgtvt.kontum.gov.vn/phat-trien-ha-tang-giao-thong/Dinh-huong-quy-hoach-san-bay-Kon-Tum-tai-thi-tran-Mang-Den,-huyen-Kon-Plong-9228

Location and Importance:

• Kon Tum is strategically located in the northern Central Highlands of Vietnam, acting as a crucial connection point in the Southeast Asia economic triangle of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
• Kon Tum holds significant importance for national defense and environmental protection.

Current Situation and Necessity:

• Currently, Kon Tum’s transportation infrastructure relies heavily on road networks, making transportation challenging.
• There is a growing need for aviation infrastructure to support national defense and economic development.

Potential of Mang Den:

• Mang Den boasts a mild climate and beautiful natural landscapes, offering great potential to develop into an international tourist destination.
• Constructing an airport in Mang Den would increase tourist influx and stimulate the local economy.

Research Findings:

• Mang Den is evaluated as a suitable location for airport construction due to its accessible transportation connections and flat terrain.
• The airport would facilitate defense and disaster relief operations and significantly contribute to the economic and social development of the region.

Plan and Implementation:

• The Kon Tum provincial government is working to include Mang Den Airport in the National Airport System Development Master Plan for 2021-2030.
• The plan is to maximize the use of non-budget funds through the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model for airport development.

Conclusion:

• Mang Den Airport will play a crucial role in the economic, social, and defense development of Kon Tum.
• The provincial government will establish a detailed plan and seek government approval to proceed with the airport development.