The Masterplan for Kabaale International Airport in Hoima has been completed and plans for its development in liaison with the Ministry of Works and Transport and other stakeholders are in advanced stages.
The first phase of the project is expected to last between 17-24 months covering construction of a Code 4F Runway (which can handle big and heavy aircraft), Taxiway, Apron, multi-purpose Terminal Building for Cargo and Passengers, Fire Station, Car Park, Access Road, Perimeter fence and Electrical Centre, among other facilities. On completion, the Airport will be handy in facilitating delivery of equipment for the oil refinery. With the anticipated growth of the oil industry in the region, it will additionally facilitate the rising movement of people to and from the region and grow the area’s tourism potential given the many tourist attractions in the vicinity.