Airports News

Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

7.4-Magnitude Colombia Earthquake Disrupts Seven Airports; Popayán Also Closed by Volcanic Ash

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia prompted Aerocivil to restrict or suspend operations at seven airports—including Cali, Pereira and Quibdó—for infrastructure inspections. Clic, Wingo and JetSMART offered affected passengers refunds, rerouting or fee-free date changes, while Popayán remained closed separately because of volcanic ash.

2026-08-10T11:30:55.036916-07:00

Airports

Recent Coverage

Air Data News

High activity

7.4-Magnitude Colombia Earthquake Disrupts Seven Airports; Popayán Also Closed by Volcanic Ash

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia prompted Aerocivil to restrict or suspend operations at seven airports—including Cali, Pereira and Quibdó—for infrastructure inspections. Clic, Wingo and JetSMART offered affected passengers refunds, rerouting or fee-free date changes, while Popayán remained closed separately because of volcanic ash.

8 sources Bookmark this story

The Hill

High activity

Alaska Airlines 737 placed under cockpit lockdown after passenger threats in Miami

Alaska Airlines Flight 305 returned to the gate at Miami International Airport after pilots reported threats from passengers during taxi, including an alleged attempt to take control of the aircraft. Air traffic control audio reviewed by CNN indicated emergency protocols were also triggered by threats on another flight.

9 sources Bookmark this story

United joins more than $20 billion Washington Dulles makeover

United Airlines is participating in a planned makeover of Washington Dulles International Airport valued at more than $20 billion. The initiative underscores the carrier’s stake in the airport’s long-term infrastructure, capacity and passenger-experience strategy.

1 source Bookmark this story

CAPA

High activity

Vietjet to launch Western Sydney–Ho Chi Minh City flights in January 2027, with Bangkok service planned

Vietjet Air and its Thai subsidiary will become the latest passenger carriers to commit to Western Sydney International Airport, with Ho Chi Minh City flights scheduled to begin in January 2027 and Bangkok service planned for later that year. The airport’s passenger network now includes five carriers.

13 sources Bookmark this story

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

High activity

ATSB investigates Sydney Airport tarmac near miss involving Jetstar A320 and Qatar Airways 777

An investigation is underway after a Jetstar A320 and Qatar Airways Boeing 777 narrowly avoided colliding on a Sydney Airport taxiway. Reports cite taxiway confusion and weekend air traffic control staffing pressures; the incident also led to an emergency stop and a Jetstar flight cancellation after boarding.

15 sources Bookmark this story

Create a free account to see more recent Airports stories and keep bookmarks in one place.

About

News about airports