Civil aviation news
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August 14, 2026
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Using the Bambi Bucket system, a Colombian Aerospace Force UH-60 helicopter dropped water and fire retardant over the wildfires.
In response to the emergency caused by the earthquake in Colombia, the Colombian Aerospace Force deployed its capabilities to help provide timely care to the population…
Colombia's SATENA strengthens its operational capacity with the arrival of two aircraft designed to serve corridors with varying demand and infrastructure.
Colombian airline SATENA strengthens its operational capacity with the arrival of two aircraft aimed at serving routes with varying demand and infrastructure.
Colombia's Special Administrative Unit of Civil Aeronautics (Aerocivil) received an official visit from Alessandro Cannizzaro, representative…
Avianca extended protective measures for passengers affected by the consequences of the earthquake in Colombia. The new conditions cover domestic and international flights to or from…
Under the renewable bilateral agreement, Colombia and EASA are advancing the modernization of the country's airspace and the regulatory framework for unmanned aircraft.
Under the renewable bilateral agreement, Colombia and EASA are advancing airspace modernization and regulations for unmanned aircraft.
The US Government announced that Colombia authorised joint military operations between the armed forces of both countries on Colombian territory, a decision that…
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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August 13, 2026
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.
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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.
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 Guarulhos-Bogotá route will feature twin-aisle aircraft to capture premium ticket demand.
Starting in October, the route between Guarulhos and Bogotá will feature twin-aisle aircraft to capture demand for premium tickets.
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The operation combines the transport of medical supplies and food with the mobilization of medical personnel to Chocó and Valle del Cauca.
The operation combines the transport of medical supplies and food with the mobilization of health 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…
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.
Given the seismic emergency in Colombia, LATAM enabled free refunds and rebooking of tickets for one year, plus 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.
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