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Fukuoka Airport Passenger Numbers Hit Record High

FUKUOKA, Nov 07 (News On Japan) - Passenger traffic at Fukuoka Airport reached an all-time high in the first half of the current fiscal year, marking a strong rebound in both domestic and international travel and putting the airport on track to post its first profit since being privatized in 2019.

According to Fukuoka International Airport Co., which operates the facility, the total number of passengers between April and September increased to 9.4 million on domestic routes, up 6% from the same period last year, while international passengers rose 10% to 4.53 million — both figures setting new records. The growth is attributed to the start of operations of the airport’s second runway in March, a continued surge in inbound tourism, and a rise in foreign travelers using domestic connections.

Revenue from airport duty-free stores also remained strong, climbing 2.3 billion yen from the previous half-year period to 3 billion yen, surpassing previous highs. Boosted by this trend, the airport’s net profit for the full fiscal year is projected to reach 4.2 billion yen, representing the first surplus since privatization.

Source: FBS福岡放送ニュース

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