The executive director of the Airport Department (DA), Víctor Pichardo, conducted a supervision tour of the works at the Santiago Heliport, located near the Central Park, to verify the progress of the work and ensure compliance with the established schedule.

According to the official, the landing and takeoff platform (FATO) of the Santiago heliport is already more than 80% complete, and construction work on the terminal has already begun, which will include administrative offices, a waiting room and other essential spaces.

Pichardo highlighted the strategic importance of this project for the economic development of the Cibao region, particularly in Santiago de los Caballeros. The new heliport will directly benefit key sectors such as tourism, business and medical emergencies, especially in the event of natural disasters.

“We are constantly monitoring this priority work, which will promote the development of the entire Cibao and strengthen Santiago’s air connectivity. This heliport will have a positive impact on tourism, business and medical emergency care,” said Pichardo.

The DA director also confirmed that the work is progressing according to the planned plan and that daily monitoring is carried out to guarantee delivery within the established deadlines.

Technical characteristics of the Santiago Heliport

The project has a modern FATO-type platform for landing and taking off of helicopters, as well as three parking platforms for aircraft, each of 314 square meters of reinforced concrete, built under the regulations of the Dominican Aeronautical Regulation RAD-14, Volume II (Heliportos).

In addition, it incorporates a state-of-the-art aeronautical lighting system activated by radio frequency from the aircraft itself, which will allow safe operations at night.
La Vega Heliport is now ready for delivery

After the visit to Santiago, Pichardo announced that he will carry out similar supervision at the La Vega Heliport, located on the grounds of the Professor Juan Bosch Traumatological and Surgical Hospital, which is practically completed and ready for delivery.

“These infrastructures are essential both to respond to emergencies and to promote business and tourism. With them we continue to advance President Luis Abinader’s vision of strengthening air connectivity throughout the Dominican Republic,” said the director of the Airport Department.

The La Vega heliport has a 21 x 21 meter platform equipped with an advanced aeronautical lighting system for safe night operations. The official opening date will be announced soon.