Construction of a general aviation hangar is now under way near apron number four in the south-western part of Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International airport (EPKT) in Pyrzowice, Poland. When completed early next year, it will be able to accommodate aircraft up to BBJs in its three bays.

EPKT is one of the largest airports in the country, handling more than 5 million passengers a year, and is the top charter flight gateway in Poland. For private aviation customers, it offers two security and customs fast tracks in the commercial terminals along with a pair of business lounges. The airport’s business customer department assists in the check-in procedure and provides private transport between the terminals and aircraft on the ramp. GTL also has certification and approval for ground handling of general aviation aircraft.

Airport management company Upper Silesian Aviation Group (Górnośląskie Towarzystwo Lotnicze or GTL) is responsible for the construction.

“At Katowice airport, we are committed to diversifying our operations based on the optimal use of infrastructure,” says GTL board president Artur Tomasik, adding that the company has been investing in the general aviation services at the airport for years. “It is our ambition to make Katowice airport one of the best airports in Europe in this sector.”

The 5,453sqm building will be 133m wide, 41m deep and 11m tall, and will comprise three independent segments, each able to house business jets and helicopters. The general aviation hangar will be put into service in the first quarter of 2025.