The Guizhou Longdongbao International Airport in Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, has set a new record for daily passenger traffic during the summer travel season, which started on July 1.
From July 1 to 11, the airport handled a total of 685,229 passengers, with 4,900 flights taking off and landing.
Passengers queue up to enter the airport. [Photo/WeChat account of Guizhou Shuanglong Airport Economic Zone]
With the recovery of the tourism market in Guizhou and in response to the growing travel demand and warm weather conditions during the summer season, the airport has formulated a summer operation guarantee plan to ensure smooth operations during this period.
The airport has worked with airlines to optimize the check-in process, aiming to keep the flight cutoff time within 38 minutes. This has assisted nearly 1,000 late passengers in boarding smoothly.
Passengers check-in at the airport. [Photo/WeChat account of Guizhou Shuanglong Airport Economic Zone]
Through a system of early warnings, consultations, decision-making, disposal, and notifications, the rate of on-time flight departures has increased by 4.04 percent.
In terms of enhancing passenger services, additional channels have been opened and the clearance process has been expedited during peak hours.
Additional ground staff members have been deployed to guide and redirect passengers, prioritizing urgent and late arrivals.
Also, volunteer service stations have been set up in the terminal area to provide on-site guidance and assistance.
Meanwhile, holiday feasts and discounts on premium products have been provided at the airport, offering more summer fun and multiple benefits to passengers.