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Government formalizes CAF loan of 1 trillion pesos to modernize air technology

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The Government confirmed an approved CAF loan of one trillion pesos to replace the equipment providing air safety at all airports in Colombia, according to Transport Minister Elsa Noguera. The announcement follows a technical failure in the visualization systems at El Dorado in Bogotá, which left more than 70 flights canceled and others delayed. The Ministry of Transport says the aeronautical system faces a technological lag, with old equipment and warnings about preventive maintenance.

In 35 seconds

  • CAF approved a one-trillion-peso loan to replace air safety equipment at the country's airports.
  • Transport Minister Elsa Noguera confirmed the loan is already approved.
  • The announcement follows a technical failure in El Dorado's visualization systems, with more than 70 flights canceled.
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