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The lounges at Mumbai Airport are tailored to accommodate early arrivals

and business travelers seeking to engage with colleagues while at the

airport. Complimentary services are available for credit card holders, with
a 24/7 food area provided. Furthermore, certain lounges offer the option to

rent a room briefly for travelers to refresh before continuing their journey.

Positioned facing the airfield, all lounges afford patrons the opportunity to

observe aircraft activities.
4.1.6. Airline’s office

Figure 29: Airline office map at Mumbai airport
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The blue-highlighted section indicates the administrative area for airlines

and airport management, situated on the second floor beneath the check-

in counters. This area is specifically designed to accommodate the
management operations of airlines that use the airport as their hub. Below

the airline offices, the white portion corresponds to baggage handling

facilities originating from the fourth floor. Additionally, a segment of the

office space is allocated for government officials who have a vested interest
in the airport. Furthermore, this floor facilitates passenger transit

procedures.

4.1.7. Cultural representation

The airport roof, crafted by SOM, an American architectural firm, draws

inspiration from the peacock feather, the national bird of India. Delicate

details reflecting this motif adorn the roof and columns. Upon entering,
travelers are greeted by a warm, well-lit space beneath a vast roof

supported by a series of multi-story columns. The expansive areas beneath

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