Aerocivil Condemns Attack on Aeronautical Infrastructure in El Tambo, Cauca. The Aeronáutica Civil de Colombia strongly condemned the attack on strategic aeronautical infrastructure in El Tambo, Cauca, where a radar system located at Cerro Santana was targeted by illegal armed groups. According to the official report, the incident occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. and caused the radar station to go out of service after sustaining direct damage to its antenna system.
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The authority stated that, thanks to the swift response of the Colombian Aerospace Force, the National Army of Colombia, and the National Police of Colombia, the area was secured and both technical staff and security personnel were protected. All personnel working at the site were reported safe and remain under continuous monitoring. Despite the damage, Aerocivil assured that air operations across the country will continue safely and efficiently, supported by the robustness, redundancy, and resilience of communication, navigation, and surveillance systems.
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The authority also emphasized that such attacks not only affect public infrastructure but may also put at risk a critical service for national and international air connectivity and safety. Finally, the aviation authority confirmed that damage assessments are ongoing and that all necessary actions will be taken to restore the affected system as soon as possible, reaffirming its commitment to operational safety.
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