Thailand reopens old airport (2007.02.05)

Feb. 5 - Four months after the opening of Bangkok's new Suvarnabhumi airport, the four million USD facility has been hit with structural problems and accusations of corruption.In addition to leaks in the terminal building, excessive heat inside and slow baggage handling, the biggest problem is now on the asphalt taxiways.Depressions and faults have spread to six percent of the paved area between the terminal and the taxiways forcing some parking bays to be closed. Ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's opponents in the army-appointed government appear determined that he take the blame amid accusations of corruption. In an effort to relieve congestion, authorities plan to reopen Don Muang airport which is expected to be ready within 45 days.

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