03 Jun 2024 | 03:00 AM UTC
Peru: Runway light outage prompts diversions, delays at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima as of late June 2
Flight disruptions affecting Jorge Chavez International Airport, Lima, Peru, late June 2 due to runway light outage. Reconfirm itineraries.
Faulty runway lighting has led to severe flight disruptions at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima as of late June 2. Authorities have diverted all arriving flights to other airports, with many redirected to Pisco Airport (ICA). Departing flights have reported delays of several hours.
Flight disruptions are likely to continue through June 3. Residual delays are possible as airlines work to clear passenger backlogs.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel through LIM. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary. Prepare for flight diversions for any inbound flights scheduled for LIM over the coming hours.