Gate-side electronics stop in Terminal A
Just past security in Terminal A, Truestar focuses on travel electronics for passengers flying out of Catania-Fontanarossa. You’ll see it in the main airside shopping stretch serving A-gates, so you don’t have to backtrack far from most Schengen departures. Think of it as the place to fix last‑minute tech gaps before a Ryanair or ITA flight boards.
Truestar usually opens from early morning through the last evening departures in Terminal A, matching the first and last CTA flights on the board. The stock skews to small, carry-on friendly items: charging cables, basic headphones, universal adapters, and power banks. Prices run higher than city shops, but still in the normal airport range for Italy, with most accessories under €40.
You won’t find big-ticket hardware here; don’t expect laptops or high-end cameras in this Terminal A unit. The focus is on quick fixes like USB-C and Lightning cables, replacement earbuds for under €25, and simple phone cases. If you need a Type C plug adapter for mainland Europe before leaving Sicily, this is one of the few airside options.
Selection and stock levels shift with the season and the A‑terminal flight schedule, so have a backup plan if you need something specific. Power banks can sell out on busy summer weekends when CTA sees heavy tourist traffic. Tip: check your cables and adapter in your hotel the night before; then use Truestar only for true emergencies, not your whole tech kit.