Fuel Crisis Grounds Flights, Stranding Hundreds at New Lima Airport

Flight Cancellations Strand Hundreds at New Lima Airport Lima, Peru - Hundreds of passengers experienced significant disruption at the newly opened Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima on June 3rd, 2025. Flight cancellations, attributed to fuel supply chain failures, left travelers stranded and frustrated. Long queues formed at check-in counters, with passengers reporting hours of waiting and a lack of clear communication from airport authorities. "They didn't tell us anything," said one passenger, visibly upset. "We were just left standing here for hours with no information about our flights." Airport officials acknowledged the problems, stating in a social media post that the cancellations were due to "problems with fuel supply." The statement offered no further details or timeline for resolution. The situation highlighted concerns about the airport's operational readiness shortly after its opening. While the airport addressed the fuel supply issue, the lack of clear and timely communication to passengers raised questions about passenger support systems. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust contingency plans and effective communication during disruptions in air travel.