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Pereira airport reopens after earthquake: Government of La Espriella confirms date and airlines enabled
CO🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Pereira airport reopens after earthquake: Government of La Espriella confirms date and airlines enabled

After 19 days following a devastating earthquake that heavily impacted Pereira and led to the closure of the International Matecaña Airport, the Colombian government confirmed the airport's reopening, restoring air connections for the Eje Cafetero region. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism announced the resumption date and authorized airlines. The airport received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority on August 22, allowing operations by Copa Airlines, Clic, Avianca, and LATAM, while JetSMART will join on August 31. The minister emphasized the importance of reconnecting Pereira and the region with the country and the world, highlighting economic recovery and opportunities for families.

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Semana logoSemanaIndependentCenter6 hr. ago
Pereira airport reopens after earthquake: Government of La Espriella confirms date and airlines enabled

After 19 days following a devastating earthquake that heavily impacted Pereira and led to the closure of the International Matecaña Airport, the Colombian government confirmed the airport's reopening, restoring air connections for the Eje Cafetero region. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism announced the resumption date and authorized airlines. The airport received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority on August 22, allowing operations by Copa Airlines, Clic, Avianca, and LATAM, while JetSMART will join on August 31. The minister emphasized the importance of reconnecting Pereira and the region with the country and the world, highlighting economic recovery and opportunities for families.

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