Core Viewpoint - The opening of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport's T3 terminal and the fifth runway significantly enhances the airport's capacity, positioning it as a world-class hub and strengthening the global influence of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's international aviation network [1][4][6]. Capacity and Growth - The new T3 terminal can accommodate an annual passenger throughput of 120 million and cargo of 3.8 million tons, with a terminal capacity of 140 million passengers and 6 million tons of cargo, marking a substantial increase from previous figures [1][4]. - Since its opening in 2004, Baiyun Airport has transported over 950 million passengers and handled over 28 million tons of cargo [4]. - In October 2023, the airport recorded a passenger throughput of over 7.6 million, a year-on-year increase of over 11%, setting a new monthly record [5]. Infrastructure and Connectivity - T3 terminal features an integrated design for air, land, and rail transport, facilitating efficient transfers and reducing travel time [5][6]. - The airport is positioned as a "transportation heart" for the Greater Bay Area, enhancing the flow of people, goods, and capital, and supporting global resource allocation and international industrial chain collaboration [6][9]. Regional Aviation Network - The Greater Bay Area has seven civil transport airports, with Baiyun, Shenzhen Bao'an, and Hong Kong airports each handling over 50 million passengers annually, serving as core hubs in the regional aviation network [8]. - In 2024, Baiyun Airport is expected to achieve a passenger throughput of 76.4 million, a 20.89% increase from the previous year, while Bao'an Airport and Hong Kong Airport are also experiencing significant growth [8]. Future Development - The Greater Bay Area is accelerating the construction of a world-class airport cluster, with ongoing projects including the new Guangzhou airport and the expansion of Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport [9]. - The region's aviation demand is projected to grow significantly due to economic scale and population growth, necessitating improved infrastructure connectivity and resilience in the transportation network [9].