Report from the Attorney General's Office on Civil Aeronautics warns of risks to air safety in Colombia

May 4, 2026

TL;DR

The Attorney General's Office has released a report criticizing the Civil Aeronautics agency's (Aerocivil) air safety management.
The agency is accused of having a reactive approach, addressing emergencies as they occur instead of proactive planning.
Structural problems affecting risk prevention capabilities were identified.
Key issues include a high workload for air traffic controllers, insufficient personnel, and coordination problems between civil and military authorities.
An incident on February 20, 2026, at El Dorado Airport exposed failures in procedural standards, communication, and visibility from the control tower.
The report also points to obsolescence in critical infrastructure like radars and communication systems, some operating in contingency modes.
The Attorney General's Office suggests that deficiencies may extend to strategic planning and resource prioritization within Aerocivil's management.
The office has requested investigations to identify responsible parties and review compliance with planning, infrastructure investment, and operational risk management protocols.

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