The "floating airport," more accurately described as an airport built on an artificial island, is Kansai International Airport (KIX), located in Osaka Bay, Japan.
Kansai International Airport is a marvel of modern engineering. Here's a breakdown of its location and key features:
- Location: Osaka Bay, Japan.
- Type: Airport built on a man-made island.
- Construction: Built on a landfill island.
- Operational Since: 1994
- Challenge: The airport faces subsidence issues, sinking a few centimeters each year due to the compacted fill it's built upon.
Kansai International Airport provides a critical transportation hub for the region and serves as a testament to human ingenuity in overcoming geographical constraints.
