As of August 28, Jiayuguan-Jiuquan Airport has achieved a historic breakthrough with annual passenger throughput exceeding 700,000 for the first time since its opening 71 years ago. The airport handled 701,500 passengers, marking a 51.6% increase over its previous record and signaling a new phase of development.

        Key operational metrics have shown simultaneous significant growth this year:

        Aircraft movements: 5,463 takeoffs/landings (42.6% increase over previous peak)

        Cargo and mail throughput: 1,274.1 tons (98.1% surge from prior record)

        During the peak summer travel period, the airport experienced particularly strong demand:

        Daily aircraft movements reached 34 flights at peak

        Average daily passenger volume surpassed 4,400

        These record-breaking figures demonstrate the airport's enhanced operational capacity and robust growth trajectory in Northwest China's regional aviation market.