Shiyan Wudangshan Airport has officially inaugurated its new Airport Operations Center (AOC), marking a significant advancement in the airport’s digital transformation and operational capabilities. The state-of-the-art facility, announced by Airport Group Chairman Li Lu, represents a major step in implementing China’s “Smart Civil Aviation” strategy and establishing Wudangshan as a model “Four-type airport” integrating green, smart, human-centered, and resilient features.
Centralized Command for Enhanced Operations
The newly operational AOC serves as the airport’s “heart,” consolidating five critical functions including daily operations command, apron management, emergency response coordination, flight operations management, and special flight support. By integrating previously dispersed operational chains into a unified command hall and data center, the facility addresses longstanding coordination challenges while establishing a digital foundation for future smart airport development.
Strategic Implementation of Smart Aviation
This infrastructure upgrade directly responds to the Civil Aviation Administration of China’s technological modernization directives, transforming Wudangshan Airport’s operational framework through centralized data management and intelligent systems. The concurrent launch of the information data center establishes the technological backbone for real-time decision-making and resource optimization across all airport operations.
Operational Efficiency and Safety Improvements
The consolidated AOC enables more efficient coordination between airport departments, subsidiaries, and on-site units through shared situational awareness and streamlined communication channels. Early implementations have demonstrated improved response times for operational disruptions and enhanced preparedness for emergency scenarios, contributing to higher service reliability.
Regional Connectivity Development
As Shiyan positions itself as a key aviation hub connecting four provinces, the new AOC will play a pivotal role in managing growing passenger and cargo flows. The airport group plans to leverage these operational advancements to support Hubei Province’s transportation network development while delivering safer, more efficient air services to the region.
Future Smart Airport Roadmap
With the AOC as its operational nucleus, Wudangshan Airport will continue expanding its intelligent systems, including AI-assisted decision support and IoT-enabled resource management. These developments align with China’s broader civil aviation modernization goals while enhancing the passenger experience through technology-driven service improvements.
