ACI LAC QUITO : Beyond infrastructure, what Quito reveals about the airport of tomorrow
Airports are increasingly redefining their role in the global economy. No longer viewed solely as infrastructure designed to move aircraft, passengers and cargo, they are gradually evolving into platforms for logistics, industry and urban development. This transformation was at the center of discussions during the ACI Airport Day Quito, held on March 11, 2026 and […]
Intra-Regional Travel Is Driving Latin America’s Aviation Growth
Domestic and regional routes are increasingly shaping the expansion of air transport across Latin America and the Caribbean. The aviation sector in Latin America and the Caribbean began 2026 with a strong recovery dynamic. In January alone, air traffic across the region reached 45.1 million passengers, representing a 6.2% increase compared with January 2025, or […]
Low-cost carriers reshape Latin America ’s aviation market as capacity reaches 51.3 million seats
Latin America ’s aviation sector continues to expand, but its competitive landscape is gradually evolving. According to the latest market data published by OAG, airline capacity across the region reached 51.3 million seats in April 2026, representing a 0.8% increase compared with the same month last year. Behind this moderate growth lies a deeper structural […]
Saint Lucia budget keeps Hewanorra airport redevelopment in focus
Saint Lucia ’s 2026–2027 national budget confirms the government’s continued focus on strategic infrastructure investment, including the redevelopment of Hewanorra International Airport, a project seen as central to strengthening the island’s aviation connectivity and supporting the expansion of its tourism sector. Presented by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Philip J. Pierre, the budget outlines […]
Aruba Airport strengthens sustainability leadership with fourth Green Globe certification
Queen Beatrix International Airport has secured its fourth consecutive Green Globe certification, reinforcing its positioning as one of the most sustainability-focused aviation hubs in the Caribbean. The recognition was announced on 25 March 2026 by Aruba Airport Authority N.V. and highlights the airport’s continued efforts to integrate environmental performance, operational efficiency and innovation into its […]
Latin American airlines lead international passenger demand growth in February 2026
New data from the IATA show that Latin American carriers recorded the strongest international passenger demand growth among major aviation markets, highlighting the region’s accelerating recovery and expanding air connectivity. Global air travel demand continued its upward trajectory in early 2026, with Latin American airlines emerging as one of the strongest performing segments of the […]
Air passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean grows 5% in 2025, ACI-LAC reports
Air passenger traffic across Latin America and the Caribbean continued its upward trajectory in 2025, rising by 5% compared with the previous year, according to preliminary data compiled by Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC). The figures, based on information gathered from various official sources, point to sustained demand for air travel […]
Mexico’s Pacific airport network faces early-2026 slowdown after strong 2025 growth
After a year marked by solid passenger growth and strong financial performance, the airport network operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico is entering 2026 with early signs of traffic volatility. While the group handled nearly 64 million passengers across its portfolio in 2025, the first months of 2026 have seen traffic decline across several major […]
Latin America emerging as a strategic player in the sustainable aviation fuel race
The global aviation industry is entering a decisive phase in its transition toward net-zero emissions. As airlines and airports face mounting pressure to decarbonize operations while accommodating growing passenger demand, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as the cornerstone of the sector’s energy transition. In this context, Latin America is beginning to position itself as […]
Cartagena Airport Starts 2026 with Passenger Growth, Reinforcing Its Role in Caribbean Connectivity
Rafael Núñez International Airport, Cartagena, has opened 2026 with solid traffic growth, confirming the continued momentum of one of Colombia’s most important tourism gateways. During the first months of the year, passenger flows increased across both domestic and international segments, reflecting sustained travel demand and strengthening the airport’s role in regional air connectivity across the […]
LATAM Airlines strengthens South America–Caribbean connectivity with daily Lima–Aruba service
Air connectivity between South America and the Caribbean continues to deepen as LATAM Airlines prepares to expand its Lima–Aruba route to daily service starting in April 2026. The increase in frequency marks a significant step in Aruba’s strategy to strengthen its links with South American markets while leveraging LATAM’s regional network to broaden the island’s […]
El Dorado airport surpasses 27 million passengers as Bogotá strengthens its role as a regional aviation hub
El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá continues to consolidate its position as one of Latin America’s leading aviation hubs, with passenger traffic surpassing 27 million according to the latest operational statistics published by OPAIN S.A. Data updated to 28 February 2026 shows that the Colombian gateway handled 27,076,464 passengers alongside 421,465 flight operations, underlining the […]