Grupo Abra, parent company of Avianca and Gol, backed the Colombian Civil Aeronautics' decision to align slot allocation at El Dorado airport with Iata international standards. The firm views this as a signal of regulatory stability that will boost investments and Colombia's competitiveness. Executives highlighted benefits for connectivity, tourism, and jobs.
Grupo Abra backed the Civil Aeronautics of Colombia's decision to keep slot allocation at El Dorado airport aligned with Iata guidelines, aiming for more efficient use of infrastructure in congested airports.
Adrián Neuhauser, Abra's CEO, stated that this regulatory environment provides confidence to continue investing in Avianca's growth, strengthening the country's connectivity, boosting tourism, and creating jobs for over 10,000 Colombian families.
Gabriel Oliva, Avianca's president, said that with this support and the group's financial backing, the airline will advance its expansion plan, anchored in an order for more than 100 A320 aircraft, to broaden routes and offer better fares to users.
The company stressed that ongoing slot monitoring will optimize operations and raise industry compliance standards, positioning Colombia as a regional air hub.
