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New airport: Government requests two runways for large aircraft

The government has challenged ANA regarding its latest technical report for the new Lisbon airport (Luís de Camões), specifically criticizing the removal of plans for a second terminal or satellite terminal. Officials also demanded that both planned runways be capable of handling large 'Code F' aircraft (such as the A380 and Boeing 747-8), rejecting the concessionaire's current proposal for only one such runway.

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While this is a long-term infrastructure project, the government's push to accelerate the 2037 timeline and ensure the airport is designed for large long-haul aircraft could influence future flight connectivity and capacity for international travelers.

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