Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport
Name	Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport
Iata	CIX
Icao	SPHI
Type	Public
Operator	CORPAC S.A.
City-served	Chiclayo
Location	Peru
Elevation-ft	116
Elevation-m	35
Runway1 number	01/19
Runway1 length-m	2516
Runway1 surface	Asphalt

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport is an airport serving Chiclayo and the Lambayeque Region in northwestern Peru, acting as a regional gateway for commercial, cargo, and military aviation. The airport functions under the administration of CORPAC S.A. and supports connections to national hubs such as Lima, facilitating links to transnational air routes. Its role integrates with regional transportation networks centered on Chiclayo Cathedral and the archaeological sites of Sipan and Túcume.

Infobox and Overview

Located near the city of Chiclayo in the Lambayeque Region, the airport carries IATA code CIX and ICAO code SPHI and is named after Armando Revoredo Iglesias, a figure associated with the Peruvian Air Force. The facility includes a single asphalt runway (01/19) and serves as a base for scheduled airlines such as LATAM Perú and Star Perú, while also accommodating general aviation, cargo operators, and occasional Peruvian Air Force sorties. The airport's proximity to cultural landmarks like Royal Tombs of Sipán situates it within a tourism corridor connecting to Trujillo and Piura.

History

The airport's development traces to mid-20th century efforts to expand aviation infrastructure in northern Peru, paralleling projects in Callao and Cuzco that sought to improve intercity connectivity. Throughout its history it has seen upgrades tied to national initiatives involving MINCETUR and investments aligned with regional growth policies from the Government of Peru. The facility has hosted delegations linked to Presidency of Peru visits and has been affected by broader events such as aviation regulatory changes enacted by Organismo de Fiscalización y Supervisión de los Recursos Naturales and civil aviation reforms influenced by international bodies like the International Civil Aviation Organization.

Facilities and Infrastructure

The airport complex includes a passenger terminal with boarding gates, apron areas suitable for narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320, and cargo handling sections adapted for perishable goods tied to the regional agricultural sector centered on Lambayeque Province. Technical services include a control tower coordinating with the Peruvian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) and firefighting facilities meeting standards promoted by ICAO and IATA. Groundside infrastructure links to the Pan-American Highway (South American), enabling freight movements to ports like Pimentel and urban centers including Chimbote.

Airlines and Destinations

Scheduled carriers operating at the airport have included domestic operators such as LATAM Perú, Star Perú, Sky Airline, and charter services with aircraft registered in Peru and neighboring countries. Regular destinations have featured Lima, with connections enabling onward travel to international gateways like Bogotá and Santiago de Chile via hub transfers. Seasonal and charter links support tourism flows to archaeological and heritage sites such as Sican National Museum and cultural events in Piura.

Statistics and Traffic

Passenger traffic reflects regional demand influenced by tourism, agribusiness, and municipal events in Chiclayo. Annual movements have varied in response to national trends affecting carriers such as LAN Airlines and Avianca Perú, with cargo volumes correlated to exports from the Lambayeque Region and logistic chains reaching Callao Port. Traffic surveys and airport statistics have been used by regional planners and agencies including Ministry of Transport and Communications (Peru) to prioritize capacity upgrades.

Ground Transportation and Access

Access to the airport is provided via regional roadways connecting to urban transit routes in Chiclayo and intercity buses serving destinations like Monsefú and Ferreñafe. Taxis, private transfers, and shuttle services coordinate with accommodations near José Leonardo Ortiz District and city-center hotels adjacent to Chiclayo Plaza de Armas. The airport's links to the Pan-American Highway facilitate freight and passenger flows toward northern coastal corridors linking Piura and Tumbes.

Accidents and Incidents

Operational history includes routine safety occurrences addressed by the DGAC and emergency responses coordinated with the Peruvian National Police and local fire brigades. Notable aviation incidents in the region have prompted reviews by national authorities and contributed to procedural adjustments consistent with guidance from the International Air Transport Association and ICAO audit frameworks.

Category:Airports in Peru Category:Buildings and structures in Lambayeque Region