Synergistic Linkages of Bole International Airport to Addis Ababa for Sustainable Urban Development

Abstract

Airports have historically been located on the outside of cities to serve as a global gateway to the metropolis and it is challenging to integrate and minimize spatial disconnection and become a major economic development hub. The study aimed to evaluate the interconnected relationships between Bole International Airport and the sustainable development of Addis Ababa City. The study uses both the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the data. Moreover, mapping, document analysis, and descriptive statistics are used. As a result, the analysis indicates that the airport is not functionally well integrated with the neighboring city part. The streetscapes are not safe for users of the selected routes as pedestrians. This is mainly because of the regulatory criteria of the aviation industries and their ports' development should follow. Then various policies, planning, and design strategies and tools are also indicated to improve the conditions of the area. Therefore, Airport users and stakeholders, including airlines, general aviation, border security, customs, immigration authorities, suppliers, and operators, should be consulted and actively involved in the planning process. Additionally, collaboration with infrastructure and surface transportation authorities, such as highway and railway officials, as well as potential customers, is essential.