"KARIM AGA KHAN AIRPORT' Sardinia's Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport is being renamed in honor of Karim Aga Khan IV. The decision by ENAC (the Italian Civil Aviation Authority) was made to recognize his crucial role in developing tourism and the economy of Sardinia, including the creation of the Costa Smeralda area and the founding of the airline Alisarda.
Key points:
Airport: Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport.
Honoree: Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.
Reason: His significant contribution to the development of tourism, the economy, and the creation of the Costa Smeralda region in Sardinia.
Historical significance: He founded the airline Alisarda (which later became Air Italy) and was instrumental in the construction of the airport itself.
Costa Smeralda Prince Karim Aga Khan 4 International Airport