India, Sept. 3 -- The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has proposed a dedicated general aviation terminal at Pune International Airport for private helicopters and chartered flights. Currently, non-scheduled operators use the space as commercial airlines, often leading to delays and operational difficulties. The new plan, part of a 300-acre airport expansion project, aims to ease congestion, streamline passenger movement, and provide facilities exclusively for private air travel.

The proposed terminal will include separate waiting lounges, check-in counters, customs, immigration, and faster security clearance for business executives, high-profile travellers, and tourists who rely on private aviation. Officials said that leading operator...