Yangzhou Taizhou International
A Nexus of Air Travel in Jiangsu
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Airport Overview
Location & Service
Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport (IATA: YTY, ICAO: ZSYA) serves the strategically important cities of Yangzhou and Taizhou in central Jiangsu Province, China. It is situated in Jiangdu District, Yangzhou, approximately 30 kilometers from Yangzhou's city center and 20 kilometers from Taizhou. Its proximity extends to Zhenjiang across the Yangtze River, enhancing its regional connectivity.
Operational Status
Designated as a public airport, it functions as a key transportation hub for the region. The airport operates under the management of Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport Investment and Construction Co., Ltd., reflecting a collaborative ownership structure between the cities it serves.
Key Identifiers
The airport is identified by the IATA code YTY and the ICAO code ZSYA. Its official website, yztzairport.net, provides further operational details.
Historical Development
Genesis and Investment
The airport's development was a joint venture, with Yangzhou holding an 80% share and Taizhou holding 20%. The total investment amounted to 2.082 billion yuan, underscoring the significant commitment from both municipalities to enhance regional infrastructure.
Inauguration and Renaming
The airport commenced operations on May 7, 2012. Initially designated as Suchong Jiangdu Airport during its planning and construction phases, it was officially renamed in November 2011 to better reflect its service to the primary cities of Yangzhou and Taizhou. Notably, the airport's nameplate features calligraphy by former CCP leader Jiang Zemin, a native of Yangzhou.
Infrastructure and Capabilities
Runway and Airfield
Initially designed as a Class 4C airport with a runway measuring 2,400 meters (7,900 ft) in length and 45 meters (148 ft) in width, the airport underwent significant upgrades. In December 2018, the runway was extended to 3,200 meters (10,499 ft), elevating its classification to 4E. This enhancement enables the airport to accommodate larger, long-range aircraft, including four-engine models such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A340.
Terminal and Support
The airport features a terminal building spanning 31,000 square meters, complemented by 13 aircraft parking aprons. These facilities were initially projected to handle an annual throughput of 2 million passengers and 24,000 tons of cargo by 2020, reflecting its role as a regional gateway.
Airlines and Destinations
Network Overview
Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport serves a growing network of domestic and international destinations, serviced by a range of prominent Chinese airlines. The following table details current flight operations:
| Airlines | Destinations |
|---|---|
| Air China | Beijing–Capital, Beijing–Daxing, Chengdu–Shuangliu |
| China Express Airlines | Chengdu–Tianfu, Chongqing, Dalian, Quzhou |
| China Southern Airlines | Dandong, Guangzhou, Jieyang |
| Kunming Airlines | Changsha, Kunming, Xishuangbanna |
| Okay Airways | Changchun, Shenzhen |
| Qingdao Airlines | Guiyang, Shenyang, Xining |
| Shenzhen Airlines | Changchun, Guangzhou, Harbin, Quanzhou, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Xi'an |
| Sichuan Airlines | Chengdu–Shuangliu, Chongqing |
| Spring Airlines | Changchun, Chongqing, Dalian, Fuzhou, Guilin, Guiyang, Harbin, Jieyang, Kunming, Lanzhou, Mianyang, Nanning, Osaka–Kansai, Seoul–Incheon, Shenyang, Ürümqi, Xiamen, Yinchuan, Zhangjiajie, Zhuhai |
| Tianjin Airlines | Guiyang, Haikou, Hohhot, Huizhou, Jieyang, Tianjin, Wenzhou, Yichang, Yulin (Shaanxi) |
| Urumqi Air | Lanzhou, Ürümqi |
Operational Statistics
2023 Performance
In 2023, Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport demonstrated robust activity, handling significant passenger and cargo volumes. These figures reflect its growing importance in regional and national air transport.
- Passengers: 3,264,505
- Aircraft Movements: 48,664
- Cargo (metric tons): 10,581.8
Source: Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC).
Geographic Context
Location Visualization
Visual representations of the airport's location within Jiangsu Province and China are crucial for understanding its strategic placement. Due to restrictions on external image sources, direct map visualizations cannot be displayed here. However, the airport is situated in a key economic corridor of Jiangsu, facilitating connectivity between major urban centers.
[Map visualization would typically be displayed here, showing the airport's position relative to Yangzhou, Taizhou, and Zhenjiang.]
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References
References
- 2023 CAAC data caac.gov.cn
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