Mangaluru International Airport has become the first airport in India to commission a 900-metre Precision Approach Lighting Category-I (PAL CAT-I) system for Runway 24. The advanced lighting improves pilot guidance during low-visibility conditions such as rain, fog, and haze, enhancing landing safety and operational efficiency. The airport says the project is only the second of its kind in Asia, strengthening Mangaluru’s position as a safer and more reliable aviation gateway