Rajiv Gandhi International airport in Hyderabad, India has opened a general aviation terminal tailored exclusively for private jet owners and users. This new facility aims to ease the diverse needs of passengers taking chartered flights from Hyderabad airport.

GMR Hyderabad International airport CEO Pradeep Panicker says: “We are thrilled to unveil our latest offering, a premium general aviation terminal at Rajiv Gandhi International airport. Hyderabad is one of the thriving economic powerhouses with the second highest concentration of ultra-high net worth individuals and thriving pharmaceutical and IT industries. Development of global capability centres in the region has boosted private jet movements. Redefining the flying experience, this new facility will set a new standard for an extraordinary travel experience. The terminal will serve as an extension of luxury for many of our frequent HNWI travellers, offering unparalleled comfort, convenience and bespoke services. With our commitment to providing a world-class experience for our travellers, we are committed to enhancing excellence in the years to come.”

The GA terminal spans 11,234 square feet and is situated beside the main airport terminal. It has a private entrance and car park and features a distinctive theme of classical architecture blended with Indo-Saracenic-Indo-Gothic style. The terminal offers a dedicated facilitation service for domestic and international general aviation passengers, and is equipped with lounge, private lounge, segregated arrival and departures corridors, check-in, emigration/immigration, customs checks and hand baggage processing, security clearance, breath analyser test facility for crew, staff lounge, duty-free offerings and dedicated wi-fi enabled service. Passengers are chauffeur-driven directly to and from the aircraft to avoid any queues or delays.