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| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | |
|---|---|
| Name | Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport |
| Iata | TRU |
| Icao | SPRU |
| Type | Public / Military |
| Owner | Aeropuertos del Perú |
| City-served | Trujillo, Peru |
| Location | Huanchaco, Trujillo Province |
| Elevation-f | 164 |
| Elevation-m | 50 |
| Runway1 number | 07/25 |
| Runway1 length-m | 3000 |
| Runway1 surface | Asphalt |
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport is the principal air gateway serving Trujillo, Peru and the La Libertad Region. Located near Huanchaco, the airport handles domestic and international flights, connecting regional centers such as Lima, Cusco, Arequipa, and coastal destinations, while supporting cargo, general aviation, and military operations. It is named for Carlos Martínez de Pinillos and functions under Peruvian civil aviation oversight with facilities operated by national airport authorities.
The airport serves the metropolitan area of Trujillo, Peru, the archaeological zone of Chan Chan, and the cultural circuit that includes El Brujo Archaeological Complex, Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, and the historic center of Trujillo, Colonial Peru. It supports scheduled airlines such as LATAM Perú, Sky Airline, Peruvian Airlines (historic), and LC Peru (historic), enabling connections to hubs like Jorge Chávez International Airport, Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, and Rodríguez Ballón International Airport. The airport infrastructure meets standards influenced by organizations such as Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (Peru) and adheres to procedures defined by International Civil Aviation Organization and IATA.
Originally a military airfield, the site expanded in the mid-20th century during the presidency of Manuel A. Odría and subsequent administrations including Fernando Belaúnde Terry. Civil operations increased with the growth of industries tied to the Chamán Bay fisheries and the sugar estates of La Libertad Region. The airport saw upgrades during the administrations of Alan García and Alejandro Toledo with investments influenced by the privatization era led by entities like Fondo de Inversión Privado, and later modernizations tied to national plans under Pedro Pablo Kuczynski and Ollanta Humala. It has hosted state visits by dignitaries from Spain, United States, and delegations attending festivals such as Marinera Festival and sporting events related to Club U CV, with logistical support from units of the Peruvian Air Force.
The terminal complex contains passenger processing areas, VIP lounges, and cargo handling zones influenced by designs seen at Jorge Chávez International Airport and regional terminals like Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport and Rodríguez Ballón International Airport. The single runway 07/25 accommodates narrow-body types such as the Boeing 737, Airbus A320, and regional turboprops like the ATR 72 and Bombardier Dash 8. Air traffic control services operate in coordination with the Peruvian Air Traffic Services and maintenance facilities support operators including LATAM Airlines Group and charter providers linked to companies like TACA Perú (historic). Ancillary services include firefighting units meeting ICAO categories, fuel supplies from firms akin to Petroperú, ground handling by specialist contractors, and apron space enabling operations for cargo carriers and executive jets.
Scheduled operators have included legacy and low-cost carriers connecting Trujillo to hubs such as Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, regional gateways including Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, Rodríguez Ballón International Airport in Arequipa, and coastal points like Chiclayo and Piura. Charter services have linked Trujillo with international destinations in Colombia, Ecuador, and seasonal routes to Miami. Historical operators that served the airport encompass carriers like Aerolíneas Argentinas (codeshare operations), Avianca, LAN Airlines, LC Peru, and regional entrants such as Star Perú.
Passenger throughput has fluctuated with tourism trends to Chan Chan and agricultural export seasons for goods bound for ports like Salaverry Port. Annual movements have reflected national trends managed by Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones (Peru) and civil aviation data compiled by Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (Peru). Peak months align with cultural events including the Trujillo Spring Festival and the Marinera Festival, with cargo volumes influenced by exports of asparagus and agro-industrial products to markets in United States, Spain, and China.
Surface connections include road links to Trujillo, Peru via the Panamerican Highway network, taxi services coordinated with municipal authorities of Trujillo Province, and bus operators that serve routes to Huanchaco, Moche, and regional terminals. Parking, rental car counters for brands such as Hertz and local agencies, and shuttle arrangements for hotel groups catering to visitors to Historic Centre of Trujillo are available. Proposals have been discussed to integrate the airport with regional rail or enhanced bus rapid transit projects promoted by the Ministry of Transport and Communications and local government bodies.
The airport's safety record includes incidents typical of regional aerodromes, investigated by the Junta de Investigación de Accidentes de Aviación Civil (Peru) and subject to recommendations from ICAO. Notable events involved gear and landing occurrences with aircraft types like the Boeing 737 and turboprops, leading to operational reviews involving carriers such as LATAM Perú and charter operators. Emergency responses have engaged the Peruvian National Police, Cruz Roja Peruana, and local firefighting departments in coordination with airport rescue and firefighting services.
Category:Airports in Peru Category:Trujillo, Peru Category:Buildings and structures in La Libertad Region