Rand Airport Today
Today, Rand Airport is still a busy airport. The airport hosts air charter operators, flying schools and a number of aircraft maintenance organizations, as well as pilot shops, car hire and other enterprises. The consortium has embarked on a revamp campaign, emphasizing, “It has the potential to become the complete integrated Airport Park” which will include hotels, shopping and an industrial park. The airport also hosts an annual air show.
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