25 March 1952

Don Mueang boasts new 13-million-baht terminal

It was hoped the new 13-million-baht passenger terminal at Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport would promote Thailand as a major aviation hub. Air force chief ACM Fuen Ronnaphagrad, also the communications minister, hosted a reception to mark the opening. A gala anniversary celebration for the Royal Thai Air Force a few days later included demonstrations of flying, bombing and parachuting.

25 March 1952

Don Mueang boasts new 13-million-baht terminal

It was hoped the new 13-million-baht passenger terminal at Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport would promote Thailand as a major aviation hub. Air force chief ACM Fuen Ronnaphagrad, also the communications minister, hosted a reception to mark the opening. A gala anniversary celebration for the Royal Thai Air Force a few days later included demonstrations of flying, bombing and parachuting.