（侨乡新貌）浙江丽水机场正式通航

Core Points - Lishui Airport officially commenced operations on July 18, 2023, with flights to Beijing Capital International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport [1] - The airport covers an area of 3,430 acres, with a runway length of 2,800 meters and a width of 45 meters, and a terminal building area of 12,000 square meters, capable of accommodating major aircraft types [1] - The airport is expected to handle an annual passenger throughput of 1 million and a cargo throughput of 4,000 tons [1] Industry Impact - As a key overseas Chinese hometown in Zhejiang Province, Lishui has 473,000 overseas Chinese across over 160 countries, and the airport's opening is anticipated to enhance connectivity for these expatriates [1] - The airport is expected to attract more domestic and international businesses, providing investment and development opportunities for the region [1] - Plans are in place to expand flight routes, with additional routes to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Guiyang planned from July to October, and further expansions to Chongqing and Chengdu by November, aiming for over 10 routes by the end of the year [2]