Beijing's new airport fast taking shape

Hub poised to spur growth in southern districts and nearby regions

Han Lu, 45, a businessman in the auto industry who travels frequently, is looking forward to Beijing Daxing International Airport opening - which is scheduled for Sept 30 - because he lives in the south of the city.

"I usually spend more than one and a half hours getting to Beijing Capital International Airport from home. Hopefully, the new airport will save me an hour on the road," he said.