Kasese Airport Development Project
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financier
Project description
Project scope
Kasese Aerodrome currently has a grass runway which suffers frequent floods from river Nyamuranga during rainy seasons.
The Government of Uganda directed the upgrade of the runway to tarmac surface with the objective of improving the aerodrome facilities to enable cross border traffic, tourism, and cargo transport by air. Previous studies and design of the aerodrome were carried out by the MoWHC and CAA in collaboration with Consulting Engineers and Planners.
However, the design did not completely satisfy planned and assigned conditions due to the close proximity of the railway line to the runway 02 threshold.
Development of a Master Plan for the Aerodrome, Design of infrastructure to support the fire and rescue services, Design of a passenger terminal building including lighting, access roads, perimeter fence and car parks. Design of the basic air navigation facilities including a control tower complex. Design of infrastructure to support cargo operations.
Topographical survey and soil investigation Undertaking detailed designs for airport taxiways and apron including air field ground lighting. Preparation of bidding documents in conformity with Public Procurement and Disposal Act, and Tender Action.
