Opening of Istanbul Airport's 4th Runway and Additional Facilities Held
With the participation of President Erdoğan, the 4th runway and new investments that have entered service have demonstrated Turkey's growth and records in the aviation field.
Speaking at the official opening ceremony of the completed 4th main runway and additional investments at Istanbul Airport, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan drew attention to the major transformation in transportation infrastructure and the record increases in airline passenger statistics.
Opening Ceremony and New Investments
The Opening Ceremony for the 4th Runway and Additional Investments at Istanbul Airport was held with the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The new investments are expected to make significant contributions to the civil aviation sector.
Emphasizing Turkey's strategic position, officials stated that millions of people from 67 countries can reach the country with short-haul flights.
Investments in the Transportation Field
It was announced that trillions of liras have been invested in the transportation and infrastructure field, including large sums spent solely for airlines in Istanbul.
It was reported that the number of active airports has been significantly increased compared to past years and new airport projects are ongoing.
Passenger Statistics and Records
It was noted that the number of passengers traveling by air has increased exponentially over the years, reaching millions of passengers in 2025 and 2026.
It was stated that Istanbul Airport has strengthened its position in Europe and the world, breaking density and flight records.