上海第三机场，新消息！

Group 1 - The Nantong New Airport, referred to as "Shanghai's Third Airport," has made progress with the establishment of a joint investment company on August 15, 2023, with a registered capital of 1 billion yuan [1] - The joint venture is led by Shanghai Airport Group, holding a 51% stake, while Nantong Urban Construction Group holds 49% [1] - The airport is planned to be a significant part of the Shanghai International Aviation Hub, with the cooperation agreement signed between Shanghai Airport Group and Nantong Municipal Government in 2020 [1][2] Group 2 - The new airport is positioned as a crucial component of the Shanghai International Aviation Hub, complementing existing airports in Shanghai [2] - The site for the airport was approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of China in 2020, with the location being approximately 8 kilometers southeast of the Tongzhou District Government [2][4] - The construction of the airport has faced delays, with the project currently in the pre-feasibility research approval stage, and the expected construction start date is November 2023 [4] Group 3 - The airport is expected to enhance the connectivity between Nantong and the two major airports in Shanghai, creating a comprehensive transportation system [3] - The construction timeline estimates a completion date between 2026 and 2027, with a construction period of approximately 4 to 5 years [4]