By Jasreet Kaur11, Feb 2025 12:10 PMjagranjosh.com
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India’s first airport helped start air travel in the country. It was small at first but grew to be important for flights. Tap to read about the first airport of India.
Juhu Aerodrome
The first airport in India was Juhu Aerodrome which opened in Mumbai in 1928. It was the starting point for India’s aviation industry.
Military and Commercial Use
Juhu Aerodrome was used for both military and commercial flights during its early years. It played a key role in the growth of air travel in India.
Private Airstrip
Juhu was originally a private airstrip before it became a public airport. It started as a small airfield before evolving into a major aviation hub.
Early Role in Aviation
Juhu was important in the early days of Indian aviation and served as a base for many flights. It helped develop India’s domestic air travel services.
Upgraded Airports
As bigger airports like Chhatrapati Shivaji International were built, Juhu became less important for commercial flights. The development of modern airports led to Juhu’s decline in use.
Home to Tata Airlines
Juhu Aerodrome was the base for Tata Airlines, which later became Air India. This airline played a major role in the history of Indian aviation.
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