An idea of what the upgraded Cape Winelands Airport will look like. Image: Supplied
Cape Winelands Airport gets a completion date
The Cape Winelands Airport, which is currently being expanded and upgraded, has announced that the airport will be ready in a few years.
An idea of what the upgraded Cape Winelands Airport will look like. Image: Supplied
A R7 billion airport expansion programme is currently under way at the Cape Winelands Airport, and it will mark a significant milestone in the Cape Winelands’ development and accessibility.
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The airport, which is currently open and mainly serves general aviation traffic, was established in 1943. Now, reports Travel News, the expansion programme and upgrades at the airport are said to conclude in 2027.
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“We are really excited about the airport expansion. There are so many benefits to a commercial airport in this part of the region and we know that this development will be a catalyst for growth,” Deon Cloete, the managing director of Cape Winelands Airport, told Travel News.
“We see ourselves as an important part of the regional value chain, which is a responsibility we take seriously,” Cloete added.
WHAT’S ON THE CARDS FOR THE UPGRADED CAPE WINELANDS AIRPORT?
According to a recent press release, the airport unveiled some of its development plans, which will include vineyards as part of the landscaping aesthetics to portray the region’s wine culture.
There will also be open spaces that include a plaza, a hotel, conference centre, a wine-tasting experience, an outdoor amphitheatre for events of up to 5 000 people, and an aviation museum.
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In the controlled airside area of the airport, a portion of the land will include a botanical garden with a diverse collection of indigenous fynbos.
The airport will also offer a range of contemporary amenities and services designed to enhance the travel experience.
These include efficient check-in counters with advanced technology for swift processing, as well as spacious and comfortable waiting lounges with ergonomic seating.
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The airport will also aim to be self-sufficient and off the grid for water and electricity as far as possible.
