Dong Nai city authorities have told their construction department to review the roads, bus links and safety arrangements around Long Thanh airport ahead of its planned opening on December 24, Tuoi Tre reported on November 5.
The city's People's Committee has made the Department of Construction the lead agency. It is to work with the city police, the military command, other departments, local authorities, airport operator ACV and aviation regulators on a coordination plan.
Roads and buses
The department is to review progress and capacity on the connecting and access roads and interchanges with the Vietnam Road Administration. It is also to list what must be finished, repaired or added before opening, including signage, lighting and traffic signals.
A traffic plan is required for easing congestion and handling accidents and incidents, especially in the first weeks and at peak hours.
For passengers, the department is to work with ACV, transport operators and neighbouring localities on bus routes linking the airport with urban centres, bus stations and other transport hubs. Ho Chi Minh City and intercity links are singled out. Routes, terminals, stops, frequency, operating hours and vehicle types are to match flight schedules and the needs of passengers and airport workers.
Pick-up points and safety
The plan should also set pick-up and drop-off locations, publish service and fare information, and guard against touting and unauthorised pick-ups.
On safety, the departments are to agree arrangements with aviation regulators for security and public order around the airport, fire and rescue plans and emergency response. They are also to review control of drones and ultralight aircraft that could affect flight safety, and prepare for medical emergencies and disease prevention.
Tuoi Tre notes the Ministry of Construction has reported to the Prime Minister that Long Thanh is expected to handle 80% of international flights and 10% of domestic flights, with Tan Son Nhat handling the remainder. The direction to Dong Nai city is a planning instruction; the report does not give the final bus routes or fares.
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