Japan plans faster repair system for disaster-affected airports.

Japan is stepping it up! They’re rolling out a new system that lets the central government jump in and fix airports hit by disasters—no waiting around for local folks. This plan stems from their experience with Noto Airport in Ishikawa, which took ages to reopen after an earthquake on January 1, 2024. About 60 airports will get this upgrade, aiming for smooth operations even when disaster strikes. The transport ministry is set to propose changes to the airport law before the parliamentary session wraps up in June. Noto Airport finally reopened for commercial flights on January 27, but let’s just say it shouldn’t have taken that long. Right now, the central government can only step in after an event is officially labeled a disaster, which delayed repairs. With this new system, they can tackle repairs faster, even without that designation if local governments call for help. And there's more! They're also beefing up aircraft safety measures after a runway collision at Tokyo's Haneda. Airports will have new rules to prevent mishaps, and pilots will get trained to communicate better. All of this will be packed into a bill to change the civil aeronautics law. Exciting times ahead!
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