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Small regional airport serving Tamil Nadu's lignite mining hub.
Location
Neyveli, India
Neyveli Airport (IATA: NVY, ICAO: VONV) is a small civil enclave airport located in Neyveli, a planned township in the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India. It primarily serves the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC) and its associated industrial complex, which is one of India's largest lignite mining and thermal power operations.
The airport has historically operated limited scheduled and charter services, with connectivity to major Indian cities being sparse. It is not a major commercial hub and sees relatively low passenger traffic compared to larger Tamil Nadu airports such as Chennai or Tiruchirappalli.
Its operations are closely tied to the industrial and corporate needs of the Neyveli region rather than general commercial aviation demand.
Terminals
The airport has a basic, small terminal facility suited to low-volume regional and charter operations.
Getting to & from
Road transport, including taxis and local buses, connects the airport to Neyveli township and surrounding areas.
Notable facts
- ›Neyveli Airport is closely associated with the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC India Limited).
- ›The airport primarily serves corporate, charter, and limited scheduled traffic rather than high-volume commercial passengers.
- ›It is located in the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- ›Scheduled commercial services at this airport have been intermittent and limited.
- ›The airport's IATA code is NVY and ICAO code is VONV.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
