GREATER NOIDA, Nov. 1 -- The Noida International Aiport at Jewar successfully carried out a calibration flight on Friday, bringing it closer to a long-awaited opening to the public. The test, which aims to ensure the accuracy and reliability of air navigation and communication systems, is a mandatory step towards obtaining an aerodrome licence.

Earlier this week, HT reported that two tasks were pending ahead of the opening of the airport. The first was clearing leftover construction material from roads and open spaces, along with completing finishing touches such as landscaping, horticulture, and painting. The second was obtaining the aerodrome licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), a mandatory requirement for all...