Phi Phi National Park Denies Viral Airport Construction Claims
Phi Phi Islands National Park dismissed viral claims about an international airport development, confirming the AI-generated image and airport plan are false.
KRABI — Phi Phi Islands National Park has dismissed viral social media claims that Phi Phi Island would develop its own international airport, labeling the information as false.
In a Facebook statement, park director Saengsuree Songthong addressed an Instagram post from April 1st that claimed "Phi Phi will have its very own international airport starting May 1st," complete with a convincing image. Songthong clarified that the image was artificially generated and does not represent an actual location.
The area in question is thought to be on Phi Phi Don Island, spanning Ton Sai Bay and Loh Dalum Bay. This privately-owned land measures approximately 140 meters wide by 1,490 meters long, and is already developed with hotels, restaurants, a hospital, and other commercial establishments—making it completely unsuitable for airport development.
Songthong further noted that the national park is predominantly covered in steep limestone mountains, which are naturally incompatible with airport construction or aircraft operations.
Authorities have urged residents and tourists to verify information through official channels and refrain from amplifying unconfirmed reports to combat misinformation and public confusion.
