中国第一机场，要易主了

Core Viewpoint - The competition for airport capacity in China is intensifying, with Guangzhou Baiyun Airport poised to become the largest single airport globally, surpassing Beijing Daxing and Shanghai Pudong airports, driven by the upcoming operational readiness of its T3 terminal [3][4][10]. Group 1: Airport Capacity and Rankings - Guangzhou Baiyun Airport is expected to reach a passenger throughput capacity of 140 million once T3 is operational, making it the largest single airport in the world [3][4]. - As of June 2025, the top airports in China by passenger throughput include Shanghai Pudong, Guangzhou Baiyun, and Beijing Capital, with significant growth in passenger numbers post-pandemic [6][12]. - The competition among major airports is fierce, with Guangzhou and Shanghai closely competing for the top position, with a difference of only 1 million passengers [9][10]. Group 2: Urban and Airport Development - The current landscape shows that there are 263 civil transport airports in mainland China, but only 40 have an annual passenger throughput exceeding 10 million, and only 5 exceed 50 million [5]. - The trend indicates a shift towards "dual airport cities," with cities like Chengdu and Shenzhen planning for second airports, while Guangzhou remains a single airport city but is rapidly approaching the throughput of Chengdu's dual airports [13][19]. - The development of airports is not just about capacity but also about enhancing the city's status as an international aviation hub, with Guangzhou being recognized for its comprehensive transportation advantages [16][20]. Group 3: Strategic Importance of Airports - Airports are seen as critical infrastructure for urban development, serving as gateways for trade, tourism, and logistics, thus influencing a city's economic power [40][41]. - The competition for airport development is not only about passenger numbers but also about the strategic positioning of cities within the national and international aviation network [22][24]. - The Chinese government is promoting a "3+7+N" international aviation hub system, aiming to enhance the capabilities of major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou while developing secondary hubs in other regions [22][24].