The runway will be able to accommodate several different types of aircraft including large international jets and cargo planes.

The apron is designed to accommodate 12 parking spaces, 3 wide bodies, 7 narrow bodies aircraft, 5 general aviation including a helipad.

There will be a dedicated medical facility, fire station, several isolation areas and an emergency response team present 24/7 on site.

The parking lot is designed to accommodate 250 vehicles and can be accessed directly on entry to the airport.

There will be a designated area for smoking.

Accessibility has been a key part of the airport design, not just for differently able persons but also for the elderly. The ramps, passenger boarding bridges, elevators, lowered counters, larger toilet spaces and escalators are placed in key areas throughout the airport to make the ease of accessibility easier.

Yes, the airport will be equipped with ten (10) devices allowing passengers to do self-check-in and pay with credit or debit cards.

The airport is estimated to be completed in 2027.

The site was chosen after a careful review of twelve (12) proposed sites. The Wesley area was chosen on a rigid technical assessment on several scenarios including obstructions, terrain and wind. All of which satisfies unconditional ICAO standards and best practices.

Yes, the airport will be owned by the Government of Dominica.

It’s difficult to put a figure due to careful RFP communications management. We are trying not to prejudice the process with potential cross communication on price/cost.

An estimation of XCD 8 billion to the economy over a 20-year period.