Copa Airlines has canceled flights between Panama and Caracas following severe damage to Maiquetia Airport. The cancellations affect services scheduled for Wednesday evening and Thursday, June 25. The airline confirmed the decision late Wednesday.
The Copa Airlines announcement comes after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. The tremors caused structural damage at the main airport serving Caracas. Officials are still assessing the full extent of the damage.
“Due to the effects suffered by Maiquetia Airport as a result of the earthquakes recorded in Venezuela, flights between Panama and Caracas scheduled for the night of Wednesday the 24th and Thursday, June 25 have been canceled,” the airline stated. [Translated from Spanish]
Flights to other Venezuelan destinations remain on schedule for now. But the airline warned this could change quickly. Passengers should check their flight status before heading to the airport.
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Passenger Guidance and Rebooking Options
Copa Airlines urges travelers to monitor official channels for updates. The airline recommends contacting call centers, sales offices, or airport counters for changes. Refund requests must be processed directly through copa.com.
“We recommend consulting the status of your flight before going to the airport and staying tuned to our official channels for more information,” Copa Airlines said. [Translated from Spanish]
Copa Airlines reiterated its commitment to the safety and well-being of its passengers and employees. The airline expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and all those affected by this unfortunate event.
The cancellation impacts flights departing from Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. Venezuela earthquakes have caused widespread disruption across the country. Reports indicate at least 164 deaths and nearly 1,000 injuries.
Emergency Response and Regional Impact
Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino has expressed solidarity with Venezuela. He offered humanitarian assistance following the devastating seismic events. The earthquakes rank among the most destructive in Venezuela’s recent history.
Copa Airlines operates as a major carrier between Panama and South America. The airline connects travelers through its hub at Tocumen International Airport. Service disruptions affect not just passengers but also cargo and trade routes.
Travelers with bookings on affected flights should act quickly. The airline has not announced when normal operations might resume. Airport damage assessments are ongoing in Caracas.
For real-time updates, passengers can visit the Copa Airlines website. The airline maintains a dedicated flight status page for the Panama to Caracas route. Officials recommend checking before any travel to the airport.