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$20 million gold, high-value goods stolen in heist at Toronto Pearson Airport

According to police, a total of $20 million in gold and other high-value items were stolen after being unloaded from an aircraft at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The heist occurred on Monday, when a “high-value container” was stolen from a holding cargo facility after being taken off a plane that landed at the airport, according to police.

A short while afterwards, the missing goods were reported to the police. Police refused to disclose which airline shipped the package or where the plane came from.

Although “very rare,” Inspector Duivesteyn emphasized that this particular heist was an isolated incidence that did not constitute a continuing threat to the safety of the public. He assured everyone that Pearson was going on as usual.

Police have not identified any suspects and have not made any arrests. We’ve been here three days, so our investigators are looking at every possibility, Duivesteyn added. Police did not disclose any suspect information, and no arrests have been made. Since it has been three days, Duivesteyn stated, “our investigators are looking at every possibility.”

A brief statement from the Greater Toronto Airports Authority confirming that they are aware of the incident that happened earlier this week was provided to CTV News Toronto.

The statement says, “The GTAA wishes to clarify that thieves accessed the public side of a warehouse that is leased to a third party, outside of our primary security line.” This did not include entry to Toronto Pearson and posed no danger to customers or GTAA employees.

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Top 10 Largest Airports in the World by Size

When it comes to the world’s busiest and largest airports, size matters—not just in terms of the area they cover, but also in the volume of passengers they handle and the number of flights they accommodate.

As air travel continues to grow, airports around the globe are expanding and upgrading to meet increasing demand.

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In 2024, several airports stand out for their impressive size and capacity. This article takes a closer look at these massive aviation hubs, highlighting their key features and what makes them the largest airports in the world today.

Country	Airport	Area (sq km)
Saudi Arabia	King Fahd International Airport	776
United States	Denver International Airport	135
Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur International Airport	100
Turkey	Istanbul Airport	76
China	Beijing Daxing International Airport	46
Egypt	Cairo International Airport	36
Thailand	Suvarnabhumi Airport	32
Spain	Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport	30
Canada	Edmonton International Airport (YEG)	28
Netherlands	Amsterdam Airport Schiphol	27
Australia	Brisbane International Airport	27
Germany	Frankfurt Airport	23
India	Rajiv Gandhi International Airport	22

King Fahd International Airport, Saudi Arabia – Spanning a staggering 776 square kilometers, King Fahd International Airport is the largest airport in the world by area. Its vast expanse reflects its crucial role as a major hub in the Middle East.

Denver International Airport, United States – Covering 135 square kilometers, Denver International Airport ranks second in size. Known for its distinctive peaked roof and extensive facilities, it serves as a major gateway in North America.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia – With an area of 100 square kilometers, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a key international hub in Southeast Asia, offering extensive services and connectivity.

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Istanbul Airport, Turkey – Istanbul Airport covers 76 square kilometers. This relatively new airport has quickly become one of the largest and busiest, positioning itself as a central point for travel between Europe and Asia.

Beijing Daxing International Airport, China – Beijing Daxing International Airport, with 46 square kilometers, is one of the newest major airports, featuring an impressive design and extensive facilities to handle growing passenger traffic.