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Unlocking the potential of a strategic airport to support safe operations, regional connectivity, and sustainable tourism growth.
Value Delivered
Project Overview
In 2018, 1PAX participated in the diagnostic assessment developed for the concession process of Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, the second busiest airport in Peru. Commissioned by Vinci Airports, the study focused on evaluating the airport’s existing infrastructure and operational constraints to inform future rehabilitation and extension strategies. As the primary gateway to Cusco—a global tourism destination of critical importance to the national economy—the airport plays a central role in regional and domestic connectivity.
Key Challenge
Despite its strategic relevance, the airport faces significant limitations. Capacity constraints and the lack of essential safety infrastructure for night operations severely restrict its performance and growth. These conditions limit operations largely to short-haul, domestic flights, with minimal international connectivity. As a result, the airport is unable to fully respond to growing demand or position itself as a regional hub capable of supporting Cusco’s economic and tourism-driven development.
Our Approach
1PAX carried out a comprehensive diagnostic analysis addressing operational capacity, safety requirements, and functional performance. The study identified critical deficiencies affecting airside and landside operations, with particular attention to constraints impacting flight schedules, safety compliance, and scalability. Based on this assessment, the proposal outlined strategic directions for rehabilitation and extension, aimed at enabling safer operations, improving efficiency, and preparing the airport for future domestic and international growth.
