鄂州花湖机场开通“鄂州—印度孟买”国际定期货运航线

Core Points - The launch of the "Ezhou-Mumbai" international cargo route marks the 15th international cargo route opened by Ezhou Huahu Airport this year [1][2] - This route is the 5th direct cargo route from Ezhou Huahu Airport to India and will operate twice a week, providing nearly 5,000 tons of air cargo capacity annually [2] - Indigo Airlines, a leading low-cost carrier in India, has shown strong competitive potential in air cargo, having operated nearly 400 cargo flights and handled over 6,000 tons of cargo since its entry into Ezhou Huahu Airport [2] - Ezhou Huahu Airport has established a diamond-shaped air cargo network covering major Indian cities, enhancing its international cargo route network significantly [2] - In the first half of the year, Ezhou Huahu Airport opened 3 domestic and 14 international cargo routes, achieving a cargo throughput of 700,000 tons, a 79% year-on-year increase [2] - The airport has developed an efficient domestic and international air-to-air transfer cargo system, with international air-to-air transfer volume exceeding 20,000 tons and a weekly cargo volume reaching 1,200 tons, reflecting a 361.5% increase compared to the average level in 2024 [3]