Bishkek, Nov. 12, 2026. /Kabar/. "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" OJSC plans to construct a logistics park, an aviation museum, a mosque, and a modern hangar for aircraft maintenance at Manas International Airport. Additionally, projects are underway to build the "Aviator" resort in Issyk-Kul and a 25-story business center featuring an apart-hotel in Bishkek. Manasbek Samidinov, Chairman of the Board told journalists.
According to him, the initiatives include both aviation-related projects and others that, while not directly linked to aviation, hold commercial and social significance.
The first phase involves constructing a logistics park on the airport grounds. According to the presentation, 15.89 hectares of land have been allocated for the project. This development will include Class A and B bonded warehouses, office spaces, and zones for the receipt, storage, and distribution of cargo.
Samidinov stated that the first stage envisages the construction of two warehouses, each measuring 20,000 square meters. These facilities, spanning a total area of 40,000 square meters, will include specialized areas designed for the storage of hazardous materials, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods, as well as accredited laboratories. There are plans to attract major international logistics companies to the project.
Furthermore, plans are in place to construct an aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) center on the airport grounds, in collaboration with investors. This center will service aircraft belonging to Kyrgyzstani airlines, including those of Asman Airlines. Additionally, the facility will be equipped to provide maintenance services for the aircraft of foreign airlines.
The enterprise is also considering the construction of a dedicated hangar for Asman Airlines’ DHC-8-400 aircraft. The presentation indicated that this modern hangar will be designed to accommodate the maintenance of both DHC-8-400 and Airbus A321 aircraft.
Additionally, aviation museum and amusement park will be established on the airport premises. The museum will showcase the history and achievements of aviation in Kyrgyzstan, featuring historical aircraft and aviation equipment. Negotiations are underway with operators who manage large parks in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to implement the entertainment component of the project.
Furthermore, there are plans to build a mosque on the airport grounds. The presentation indicated that the mosque would accommodate over 2,000 people. Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2026 and be completed by the end of 2027. The project will be funded through voluntary donations from citizens.
Samidinov also announced that a project has been prepared for the construction of the “Aviator” resort in Ornok village, Issyk-Kul region. According to the presentation, the complex, which will span approximately 10 hectares will feature a hotel, apartments, cottages, townhouses, an indoor swimming pool, a spa and fitness center, a banquet hall, conference rooms, and other recreational facilities. One of the project's unique features is the opening of a restaurant inside the cabin of actual aircraft. For this purpose, the airline Nouvelair provided an Airbus A300 aircraft free of charge. Once certain technical equipment is removed, the aircraft's cabin will be used as a restaurant.
Furthermore, there are plans to construct a 25-story business center, featuring an apart-hotel at 12a Manas Avenue in Bishkek. The building will include a helipad on its roof. The project also involves a stake held by the joint-stock company "Airports of Kyrgyzstan."
