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Rize-Artvin Airport Celebrates One Millionth Passenger
A ceremony was held at the Rize-Artvin Airport in Turkey to celebrate the milestone of reaching one million passengers in one year. The airport, which was built on a sea embankment and opened on May 24, 2022, was the scene of a joyous celebration. The event was attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Azerbaijani President İlham Aliyev.
Under the leadership of Rize and Artvin governorships, the airport tower was illuminated with a congratulatory message for the one millionth passenger. Emine Ataman, arriving from Istanbul on a Turkish Airlines flight, was surprised to learn that she was the lucky millionth passenger. She was greeted on the apron by Rize Governor İhsan Selim Baydaş, Artvin Governor Cengiz Ünsal, local administrators, and airport management.
To celebrate the occasion, Ataman was offered a warm welcome and a special gift by the airport delegation. The Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, also joined the celebration via video call, expressing his appreciation for the importance of Rize-Artvin Airport and sending his greetings and best wishes for the airport’s future.
Rize Governor İhsan Selim Baydaş expressed his happiness at welcoming the one millionth passenger, highlighting the airport’s remarkable achievement. Artvin Governor Cengiz Ünsal praised the airport as a valuable addition to the region and emphasized its great potential for the future.
Emine Ataman, the unsuspecting one millionth passenger, shared her excitement and joy at being a part of the surprising milestone. She expressed her gratitude for the convenience and ease that Rize-Artvin Airport had provided for her trip.
The celebration at Rize-Artvin Airport is a testament to the successful and efficient operation of the airport and the valuable service it provides to the region. As the airport continues to grow, it will undoubtedly have a positive impact on local tourism and economic development.
