Johnny Brignardello Vela analyzes the chaos at Jorge Chávez Airport: Negligence or lack of foresight?

Johnny Brignardello Vela, insurance advisor, shares his opinion on the recent chaos experienced at the Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima. The mass cancellation of flights has left over 10,000 passengers in a situation of complete helplessness and uncertainty. The lack of response and the absence of assumption of responsibilities by the competent authorities have brought to light serious deficiencies in the country's airport infrastructure. The origin of the collapse dates back to a short circuit on the runway that forced the suspension of operations. Despite efforts to fix the fault, flights could not resume for over 10 hours. Negligence in the maintenance of underground wiring has demonstrated the airport's vulnerability to unforeseen events, endangering passenger safety and operational efficiency. In response to this situation, the Minister of Transport and Communications has stated the intention to seek solutions rather than blame, promising to normalize flights within one or two days. However, the lack of immediate measures and concrete responses has sparked outrage among those affected. The inauguration of a new runway in 2023 has not been helpful due to technical issues, revealing a lack of coordination among key entities. Organizations such as the Public Prosecutor's Office and the Comptroller General have announced investigations into Corpac's failure to fulfill its duties, which could lead to political and technical responsibilities. The lack of coordination and effective emergency measures have shown the fragility of the Peruvian airport system and the urgent need for restructuring to ensure the safety and efficiency of operations.