Aerocivil presentó primer diagnóstico del aeropuerto de Cali, tras dos meses de cambio de operación

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Aerocivil took over public operation of Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport on September 1, 2025.
Initial diagnosis revealed critical infrastructure decay, including an exhausted main runway, cracked taxiways and platforms, and obsolete fire suppression, climate control, and electrical systems.
Despite infrastructure issues, Aerocivil ensured continuous operations, moving 1,026,000 passengers and conducting 8,874 flights between September and October.
The fire extinguishing service was strengthened with a new high-capacity Oshkosh Striker machine.
AVSEC efforts, in coordination with anti-narcotics police, led to a 175% increase in illicit detection, with significant drug and weapons seizures.
Contracts worth over $8.3 billion have been awarded for maintenance and upgrades, with execution planned until December 31, 2025.
Strategic projects include technological renovation of Cecoa, improvements to hangars and general aviation areas, and security system upgrades.
55 professionals and technicians from the previous concessionaire were hired, and 24/7 support channels were established.
Commercial operations saw contract extensions and new proposals for local occupancy, with negotiations underway to increase frequencies and open new routes.
Immediate challenges include finalizing the technical diagnosis, prioritizing runway and system interventions, and executing pre-contractual projects before December.

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