Maiquetía international airport, Venezuela's main airport infrastructure serving the capital Caracas, resumed its commercial operations two months after being affected by a strong earthquake. The airport had been restricted since the catastrophe due to damage to the landing runway.
During the days it was restricted, the airport operated exclusively as an entry point for humanitarian aid, only allowing the arrival of assistance destined for the areas most affected by the earthquake. This limitation forced commercial flights to be diverted to other airport infrastructures in the country.
The earthquake that restricted Maiquetía airport's operations was the most recent in a series of earthquakes that have affected Venezuela. The region served by this airport was the most harmed by the catastrophe, justifying the restriction measures implemented in the preceding weeks.
With the reopening to commercial traffic, Maiquetía airport resumes its central role in the country's air connectivity, facilitating both passenger travel and cargo transportation.
