On the Amalfi Coast in Italy, the airport is being renovated

The Amalfi Coast is incredibly beautiful and one of the most popular parts of Italy. In July, the Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport will reopen in this region.

It is situated 45 kilometers (28 miles) southeast of the city of Amalfi and 21 kilometers (13 miles) from the city of Salerno, the gateway to the famous coast. "Technically, this is not a new airport built from scratch, but a reopening of the airport," CNN writes.

"It was constructed in 1926 and has served various purposes over the past 98 years, including as a military airport, flight school, fire station, and private airport. On July 11, it will commence its new chapter with the commencement of commercial flights operated by the Spanish airline Volotea, which has a significant presence in Italy.

Permission to operate commercial flights was granted in January, and the runway has been extended to 2,000 meters (6,562 feet) in preparation for its reopening. Additional aircraft parking and facilities have been added.

This year, Volotea will offer flights to four destinations, starting with Nantes in France and Cagliari in Sardinia in July, followed by Verona and Catania in September. According to a representative of GESAC, which manages the airport, discussions are ongoing with other "major airlines" to serve the airport.

Expansion work will continue once flights commence. The terminal, designed with a futuristic look, will be constructed using natural and environmentally friendly materials, and photovoltaic panels will be installed on the roof to generate energy, thereby reducing CO2 emissions.

The airport will undergo development until 2043, by which time it aims to accommodate six million passengers annually. This will help alleviate the pressure on Naples Capodichino International Airport, which recorded a record 12.4 million passengers in 2023.

Carlos Muñoz, founder and president of Volotea, described the airport's opening as "a significant moment for the region" in a statement to CNN. Roberto Barbieri of GESAC referred to the news as "an incredible catalyst for the development of tourism in our region."

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