Security is reinforced at Ecuador airports

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Given the situation of social crisis and internal insecurity that the Ecuador, Security measures and protocols have been reinforced in the airports from the country.

From the past 8 of January of 2024 a state of emergency is in effect in Ecuador with their respective curfew and that 9 January escalated to a state of internal armed conflict.

How to get to airports during curfew

In this context of internal insecurity and general commotion with the threat of terrorist acts in national territory, Several changes have been implemented in the security of the country's air terminals.

Security is reinforced at Ecuador airports

With this context, the DGAC – General Directorate of Civil Aviation of Ecuador reported that it raised the state of airport alert so that air terminals apply security measures, going from low to medium aviation threat., strengthening access controls to airport facilities, public areas and their surroundings, in order to protect the safety of aeronautical personnel, aircraft and passengers.

The security measures that govern the 22 airports are in accordance with what is stated in Annex R of the National Civil Aviation Security Crisis Management Program and must be delivered to the security personnel who fulfill the function.

Entrance to airports

(Let us remember that the operations of all airports in the Ecuador They are open without restrictions)

Apart from the measures for transfers to and from airports during the curfew, The terminals have implemented the following for passengers and family members:

• Only passengers who carry their travel documents will be able to access the air terminal., that is, passport or citizenship card and air ticket or boarding pass.
• Family members or other visitors will not be allowed to enter the terminal to drop off or receive passengers..
• Crowds of people will also not be allowed on the platforms of the passenger terminal..
• Control and inspection of passengers and luggage will be strengthened.
• Random checks will be carried out on vehicles before entering the airport..
• Passengers are requested not to leave their belongings or hand luggage abandoned..
• If your flight has been canceled, do not go to the airport as you will not be able to enter the terminal.
• Vehicles can enter airport parking lots. Only passengers with their travel documents will be able to access the terminal.
• People who need to pick up or drop off a passenger, They will not be able to enter the airport terminal.
• The airport taxi service remains operational.

The most important recommendation is to maintain contact with the airline and be attentive to their notifications regarding possible itinerary changes or cancellations..

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