Crnl. FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport, International airport in Iquitos, Peru.
Crnl. FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport is an international airport in Iquitos located approximately 7 kilometers (4 miles) southeast of the city center, featuring a 2,500-meter asphalt runway. The facility handles commercial flights connecting the city to destinations across Peru and beyond.
The airport received its current name in 1973 to honor Francisco Secada Vignetta, a Peruvian Air Force pilot who served during the 1932 war. This naming choice reflects the country's recognition of his contribution to national history.
The airport links Iquitos, the largest Peruvian city with no road access, to major destinations through national and international flights. It serves as the main gateway for residents and travelers arriving in this remote location.
Multiple airlines operate regular services to destinations including Lima, Pucallpa, and Tarapoto, with the terminal processing roughly one million passengers annually. The facility provides adequate infrastructure to handle arrivals and departures smoothly.
The airport holds ISO-9001 certification, making it the only airport facility in the Amazon region with this recognized quality management standard. This distinguishes it from other regional airports in terms of operational management.
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