New Gwadar Airport Enhances Flight Safety with Advanced Landing System

To improve aircraft operations in challenging weather, the New Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) has deployed the advanced Instrument Landing System (ILS) CAT-III(B), ensuring safer takeoffs and landings.

This cutting-edge ground-based navigation system offers precise guidance to pilots during runway approaches, particularly in low-visibility conditions caused by fog, rain, or other adverse weather.

A Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) spokesperson told Gwadar Pro that this sophisticated technology allows aircraft to land even when visibility drops to just 50 meters.

However, the official highlighted that successful landings depend on three critical elements: a minimum visibility of 50 meters, pilots trained to handle low-visibility landings, and aircraft equipped with the necessary avionics to interact with the system. "The Civil Aviation Authority has already directed airlines to upgrade their aircraft and ensure pilot training to maximize the benefits of ILS CAT-III(B), minimizing travel disruptions," he stated.

A representative from the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) stressed that extreme weather often leads to operational risks and costly delays. "Accurate real-time weather assessments—covering storm activity, visibility levels, wind conditions, precipitation, and runway status—are essential for maintaining airport safety and efficiency," he explained.