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August 14, 2026
Clic extended protective measures for passengers affected by the consequences of this week’s earthquake in Colombia. The airline will allow rebooking with no penalty or fare difference…
The system’s technical datasheet states it can jam signals transmitted across multiple bands used for control links and video transmission, as well as GPS navigation signals…
Rebooking and refund alternatives will apply to domestic and international flights issued through any sales channel through August 30.
Rebooking and refund options will apply to domestic and international flights issued through any sales channel through August 30.
Colombia’s Civil Aviation Authority has a new director general: Arnaud Penent d’Izarn took office on August 13, 2026, under Decree 1173, returning to an agency where he…
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Arnaud Penent D'Izarn B. previously served as Deputy Director General and led the operational reactivation of commercial flights in 2020.
Arnaud Penent D’Izarn B. has 30 years of experience in civil and military aviation, having led the operational restart of commercial flights in 2020.
After Colombia requested assistance to deal with the emergency caused by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake recorded on Monday, the Mexican Air Force deployed two C-130 Hercules aircraft…
On Monday, Aug. 10, a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia at 07.34 a.m. local time (12.34 p.m. GMT) and is reported to be one of the country’s largest earthquakes in years. To inspect…
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Starting in October, the route between Guarulhos and Bogotá will feature twin-aisle aircraft to capture demand for premium tickets.
Starting in October, the Guarulhos-Bogotá route will feature twin-aisle aircraft to capture premium ticket demand.
Saab recently announced that it seeks to increase its current industrial capacity to expand Gripen E/F production to thirty (30) fighters a year, in order to meet current…
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The operation combines the transport of medical supplies and food with the mobilization of health personnel to Chocó and Valle del Cauca.
The operation combines the transport of medical supplies and food with the mobilization of medical personnel to Chocó and Valle del Cauca.
Avianca reported that during the first two days after the emergency it transported more than 150 tons of humanitarian aid to the affected areas, using both cargo aircraft…
The Air Assault Aviation Division (Davaa) of Colombia's National Army deployed an An-32 aircraft to speed up the transport of personnel and specialized engineering capabilities…
Aviation is also playing a key role in moving aid to the regions affected by this week’s earthquake in Colombia. Satena scheduled for this Thursday…
Given the seismic emergency in Colombia, LATAM enabled free refunds and rebooking of tickets for one year, plus three special flights.
In response to the seismic emergency in Colombia, LATAM enabled no-cost ticket refunds and rebooking for one year, in addition to three special flights.
Facing one of the most difficult emergencies Colombia has faced in recent years, Avianca has placed its cargo and passenger transport operations at the service of relief efforts in the affected…
LATAM once again extended protective measures for passengers affected by the earthquake recorded in Colombia on August 10. The airline extended until August 23 the period…
In coordination with the government of El Salvador and local programs, Avianca transported food, medical supplies and water to support the emergency in Colombia.
In coordination with El Salvador's government and local programs, Avianca moved food, medical supplies and water to support the emergency in Colombia.
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Aviación Digital, Sp.- Colombia takes a decisive step in modernizing its military aviation. On August 4, 2026, the Colombian Aerospace Force announced the signing of a contract for…
Air traffic is gradually returning to normal in Colombia following the severe earthquake. Five of the seven affected airports have reopened after technical inspections by the Colombian…
A contingent of the Mexican Armed Forces flies to Colombia with food and medical supplies, distributed across three assistance flights.
A contingent from Mexico's Armed Forces flies to Colombia with food and medical supplies, distributed across three relief flights.
Rescue dogs Domi, Bembo and Pongo traveled to Colombia aboard a scheduled flight to immediately join search and rescue operations in the region.
Rescue dogs Domi, Bembo, and Pongo traveled to Colombia aboard a regular flight to immediately join rescue operations in the region.
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