Manizades runway project announced as Colombia monitors October 1 earthquakes
The Colombian government’s decree 1413 of 2026 includes a plan for Aerocafé to build a 1,460‑metre runway in Manizales, aiming to improve the city’s air connectivity and competitiveness, while the decree also sets a 20% income tax rate for 2026‑27 with a possible reduction to 15% based on new jobs created. The decree adds a $220 billion debt ceiling and tax exemptions to support recovery in the affected territories, and highlights Manizales’ strong academic and technology sector presence. The Colombian Geological Service reported at least 12 tremors on October 1, 2026, with epicenters near San1,2
The new runway could increase flight options and passenger traffic for Manizales, potentially altering airline route planning in the region, while the recent seismic activity places nearby airports such as Matecaña International Airport (PEI) and Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN) at risk of operational disruptions due to possible aftershocks or infrastructure damage.1,2