This study aims to delineate the benefits of the airport and to illustrate that the
airport can be realized. In attempting to achieve this aim, the study begins by
reviewing the expected merits of an airport on the regional economy. The
review will address both general theoretical aspects as well as practical aspects
of siting the facility in Makkah. This will be followed by an overview of the
natural environmental and economic conditions in the region. Some
preliminary, yet fundamental components of the airport plan will also be
presented. These components will be discussed within the context of demand
and supply of air service and will include aspects such as siting, estimates of air
travelers, mix of aircraft and institutional concerns. Finally, the main
conclusions will be presented.
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