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Thiruvananthapuram Airport Boosts Firefighting with New Panther Crash Tenders

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport has significantly upgraded its Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) unit by inducting three high-performance Rosenbauer Panther crash fire tenders. These vehicles are engineered for rapid response, carrying substantial firefighting agents to enhance on-site emergency capabilities. Concurrently, the airport has announced its Winter Schedule for 2025, which features a substantial 22% increase in weekly flight operations compared to the summer season. This expansion includes new domestic destinations like Navi Mumbai and enhanced international connectivity to cities such as Dammam and Kuala Lumpur.

Key Points: Thiruvananthapuram Airport Adds Rosenbauer Panther Fire Tenders

  • New Panther CFTs boost firefighting
  • Vehicles carry 12,500L water & accelerate rapidly
  • Winter 2025 schedule shows 22% flight increase
  • Airport adds new domestic & international routes
  • Weekly Air Traffic Movements rise to 732
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Thiruvananthapuram Airport inducts three Rosenbauer Panther crash fire tenders

Thiruvananthapuram Airport enhances safety with new Panther crash fire tenders and reports a 22% increase in weekly flights for Winter 2025.

"#ThiruvananthapuramAirport has strengthened its ARFF capabilities with the induction of three Rosenbauer Panther Crash Fire Tenders. - Airport's X handle"

Thiruvananthapuram, February 14

Thiruvananthapuram Airport has strengthened its Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting capabilities with the induction of three state-of-the-art Panther CFT crash fire tenders from Rosenbauer, enhancing rapid response and operational readiness.

Each of the new Panther tenders is powered by a 700 HP engine and can accelerate from 0 to 80 km/h in under 30 seconds, ensuring swift action during critical situations. The vehicles are equipped with 12,500 litres of water, 1,500 litres of foam, and 250 kg of dry chemical powder, significantly strengthening on-site firefighting capability.

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport shared the update on its official X handle, stating, "#ThiruvananthapuramAirport has strengthened its ARFF capabilities with the induction of three Rosenbauer Panther Crash Fire Tenders."

Earlier in October last year, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, operated by TRV (Kerala) International Airport Limited, announced its Winter Schedule 2025, marking a significant 22 per cent increase in weekly flight operations compared to the Summer Schedule of 2025.

The new schedule, effective from October 26, 2025, to March 28, 2026, reflects the airport's growing connectivity and rising preference among domestic and international airlines.

According to TIAL PRO, under the new schedule, the TRV airport will handle 732 weekly Air Traffic Movements (ATMs), up from 600 in the Summer 2025 schedule. This expansion underscores the airport's growing connectivity and its increasing preference among domestic and international airlines.

TIAL said that the airport would handle a total of 732 weekly ATMs, reflecting a 22 per cent increase from the Summer 2025 schedule. New destinations added include Navi Mumbai, Mangaluru, and Trichy. Enhanced domestic connectivity will cover key cities such as Kannur, Kochi, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai, while international connections will include Dammam, Riyadh, Kuwait, Kuala Lumpur, and Male.

According to TIAL, international flight operations are set to grow by 9 per cent, increasing from 300 weekly ATMs to 326.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Good to see our airports investing in top-tier equipment. 0 to 80 km/h in under 30 seconds is impressive for such a large vehicle. This directly translates to saved lives in an emergency. Hope all major Indian airports follow this standard.
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Suresh O
While the new fire tenders are welcome, I hope equal attention is paid to regular maintenance and crew training. Sometimes we buy the best equipment but the operational readiness suffers. Just a thought from a concerned citizen.
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Meera T
The 22% increase in flights is the real story here! More connectivity to Mangaluru, Trichy, and Gulf routes is a big boost for Malayali travellers and the state's economy. The new safety measures make this growth even more reassuring. 👍
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Rohit P
Trivandrum airport is finally getting the upgrades it deserves. It's our gateway to the world. Better safety and more flights mean better tourism and business. Next, they should focus on improving the road connectivity to the airport!
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David E
As a frequent flyer to Trivandrum on business, this is very positive to read. The expansion of routes, especially domestic ones, coupled with enhanced safety infrastructure, makes it a much more attractive hub. Professional move by TIAL.

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