Felipe Ángeles International Airport , also known as Mexico City Felipe Ángeles International Airport or simply Mexico City-AIFA, is an

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located in

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, north of

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. Originally named Santa Lucía Air Force Base, it opened for civilian use in 2022, serving as the third airport for

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. The passenger terminal facilitates domestic and international flights, functioning as a focus city for Viva and Aeroméxico Connect. It is the main hub for Mexicana, a state-owned airline. Apart from civilian operations, the airport accommodates the

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, and

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services. The airport is also set to become Mexico's largest

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hub, gaining a prominent role after recent restrictions at the busier

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, and now serves as the primary hub for cargo airlines AeroUnion, Mas Air, and Awesome Cargo. Owned by the

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and operated by the Department of National Defense (SEDENA), the airport is named after General Felipe Ángeles, a significant figure in the

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. It is the second-largest airport by area in Mexico after

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, covering . The airport served 6,348,091 passengers in 2024, a 140% increase from the previous year, becoming the 8th busiest in the country.

History

Background

The Santa Lucía Air Force Base, established in 1952 to relocate the Balbuena Military Air Field, officially inaugurated its aerodrome on 24 November 1952, during Miguel Alemán´s administration. The complete transition of aircraft from Balbuena to Santa Lucía occurred in 1959. The aerodrome featured a

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measuring in length and in width, boasting the widest paved runway in Mexico at the time. It was named "General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez" in honor of its commander from 1961 to 1964. Felipe Ángeles Airport's conversion as a civilian airport has been in response to congestion challenges at

, a longstanding topic in Mexican politics since the early 2000s. The airport, constrained by its location in a densely populated area, faced limitations in infrastructure expansion due to urban constraints, limited runway space, and congestion during peak hours. Large infrastructure projects in Mexico, notably in transportation, have historically been key elements of presidential legacies. This is due to

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decision-making, their symbolic importance for progress, and the desire of leaders to leave a lasting impact. In 2002, President

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unveiled an ambitious plan for a new, expansive airport on of land in the municipalities of Atenco and Texcoco. This proposal aimed to address the congestion issues at Mexico City International Airport and meet the growing demands of air travel. However, the Atenco project faced significant opposition and controversy, particularly from the

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(), an organization representing locals who would be displaced by the airport's construction. The protests against the project culminated in violent clashes, leading to the cancellation of the new airport. In 2014, President Peña Nieto reignited plans for a major airport infrastructure project with the announcement of the Texcoco Airport. Positioned as Mexico's most significant public infrastructure undertaking in a century, the Texcoco Airport was designed to replace the aging Mexico City International Airport by 2023. Faced with mounting opposition and controversy, President López Obrador, then a presidential candidate, campaigned against the ongoing Texcoco Airport construction.

Controversy

The new Mexico City Airport quickly became a focal point of intense and conflicting political discourse in Mexico, reflecting a broader ideological clash within the country regarding economic models and governance strategies. Upon winning the presidency, López Obrador fulfilled his campaign promise to reassess the Texcoco airport. He initiated a referendum in the first half of October 2018, organized by the Arturo Rosenblueth Foundation and a group of citizens. This referendum aimed to measure public opinion on whether to complete the Texcoco Airport or proceed with the Santa Lucía expansion. However, the process faced criticism for lacking official validity and not adhering to established legal procedures. Controversy also arose over potential challenges in accurately interpreting the results. Despite the controversy, the referendum took place, and the results favored the construction of the Santa Lucía project. A significant majority of participants (69.95%) voted in favor of Santa Lucía, while a smaller percentage (29.08%) supported the continuation of the Texcoco project. Although the informal nature of the survey raised some controversy, it influenced the decision to proceed with the Santa Lucía airport. Subsequently, López Obrador's administration moved forward with the expansion of the Santa Lucía air base into an airport, officially named Felipe Ángeles International Airport.

Construction

Construction started on 17 October 2019, following the lifting of multiple judicial suspensions against the project, primarily due to environmental and cultural study concerns and lack of transparency. The relocation and resizing of military facilities, including the runway,

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, and

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s, were undertaken to align with the specifications of the new civilian airport. During construction, an accident occurred involving 22 workers, resulting in minor injuries. This incident took place when workers opted for a crane-type vehicle as their mode of transportation. The construction period coincided with the

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, leading to infection among at least four employees, along with 37 suspected cases and three deaths as of 9 June 2020, despite efforts to enforce social distancing and other preventive measures. The terminal area's construction unearthed remains of at least 200 mammoths in the former Lake

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. Authorities confirmed that the findings did not warrant a halt in the airport project. Mexican architect Francisco González Pulido and military general Gustavo Vallejo oversaw the airport's design.

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managed the master plan, and airspace navigability studies were conducted by Airbus subsidiary NAVBLUE. The first phase, completed as scheduled, included two runways and a new terminal. Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) commenced operations on 21 March 2022, with VivaAerobús launching the first commercial passenger flight arriving from

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. Subsequently,

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initiated the airport's first international flight to

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. The airport ventured into cargo operations on 1 September 2022, with AeroUnion's cargo flight arriving from

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. The airport's development has become a focal point in Mexico's political discourse, representing ideological clashes and embodying deeper conflicts. The rapid transition from canceling the previous administration's project to the swift realization of a new one underscores the airport's political significance. The military's role adds complexity to debates about its involvement in civilian projects and potential implications for democratic governance. Beyond its infrastructural aspects, the airport encapsulates broader sociopolitical tensions, symbolizing opposing visions and ideologies in

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Facilities

The airport covers and is situated at an

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of above

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. With a capacity to handle 20 million passengers annually, it is equipped to accommodate

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aircraft, including the

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and 747. Notably, the Mexico City airspace is the first in the country to utilize the performance-based navigation system (PBN). This allows simultaneous operations at Felipe Ángeles International Airport,

, and

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without one airport's operations impeding those of the others.

Runways

Recognized as a "

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" airport, Felipe Ángeles Airport boasts the longest

s in the country and the second-longest commercial runway in North America, following a runway at

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. Setting it apart, it is one of the few airports in Mexico equipped with three runways, alongside those in Chihuahua and

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. Although the Department of National Defense (SEDENA) declared that the civilian runways at Felipe Ángeles Airport would feature a CAT III precision approach system, during the joint publication of official aerodrome information with the Department of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT) and SENEAM, on 16 December 2021, the ILS system was officially declared as CAT I for the airport's inauguration, allowing for simultaneous operations. Over of

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s facilitate the movement of aircraft around the airfield. These taxiways have a standard width of , featuring of heavy-duty shoulders and of erosion control pavement on each side. The airport stands out as the only one in Mexico, as of 2023, to utilize painted markings, lighted signage, and embedded pavement lighting as visual aids. The primary

, named the "East apron," is constructed of hydraulic concrete and offers parking positions for 29

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aircraft or a combination of 12 wide-body and 5 narrow-body aircraft. Additionally, the "central apron" provides parking for 5 wide-body or 10 narrow-body aircraft adjacent to the terminal, along with 6 remote positions. In total, there are 45 parking positions available, accommodating either narrow-body aircraft exclusively or a combination of 17 wide-body and 11 narrow-body aircraft.

Terminal

The passenger terminal at Felipe Ángeles Airport accommodates both arrival and departure services for domestic and international flights within a multi-story building parallel to runway 04C/22C. The

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area features 100 conventional counters, 86 self-service kiosks, 20 drop-off counters, and a space for future growth, covering . Security check areas include 22 X-ray security belts and 6 additional belts for future expansion, across . The departures concourse is a long, structure with 34 gates. * Gates 101-105 are located in the south portion of the concourse on the ground floor with direct access to the apron, allowing passengers to board their planes by walking to the aircraft. * Gates 106-119 are equipped with dual jetbridges, offering flexibility for either a single wide-body aircraft using both jetbridges or simultaneous boarding/disembarking for two narrow-body aircraft. Each gate has a paired identification (i.e., 106A, 106B) * Gates 120-134 are bus gates. The baggage claim area, covering an initial phase of , incorporates three carousels for national baggage and four for international baggage, with an additional four carousels designated for future expansion. The airport also includes of VIP lounges, encompassing the VIPort Lounge, The Grand Lounge Elite, and Salón Hacienda Santa Lucía. Adjacent to the terminal, the Ground Transportation Terminal (), centrally located, hosts essential transportation services, such as a Suburban train and a bus station, organized within a six-level structure: * Suburban Train Level (): Two platforms accommodating up to 1,138 users. * Basement 2 Level (): 920 long-stay parking spaces. * Basement 1 Level (): 896 long-stay parking spaces. * Level 0: 435 short-stay parking spaces, a Suburban train ticketing area, a Bus terminal, and a Mexibús terminal. * Level 1 (): 716 short-stay parking spaces. * Level 2 (): 1,058 short-stay parking spaces and entrance to the arrivals hall at the passenger terminal. * Level 3 (): ''Plaza Mexicana'' and entrance to the check-in area at the passenger terminal.

Cargo

The cargo complex features a hydraulic concrete apron with six positions for wide-body aircraft, five of which can adapt to accommodate two narrow-body aircraft simultaneously. It encompasses three clusters of facilities: The first one is an airside area where activities revolve around airline cargo operations and ground handling services provided by regulated warehouses spanning . Beyond the controlled area, a second set of facilities includes offices for customs agencies, branches of courier companies, and banking units, covering an area of . The surrounding areas are designed for an industrial and logistics complex. By July 2023, cargo operations were scheduled to cease at Mexico City International Airport, following a government decree.

Other facilities

The General Aviation Building (FBO) is designated for general/non-commercial aviation or

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s. The terminal offers services for the convenience of passengers during their private flights, including a pilots' lounge and a passenger lounge. Adjacent to this facility is a general aviation apron, providing stands for fixed-wing aircraft and

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s for private aviation, as well as

s and maintenance facilities. Felipe Ángeles Airport features a unique cultural corridor designed for both transit passengers and local residents. According to authorities, this is the first cultural passageway of its kind in the country. The corridor houses three museums open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, between 09:00 and 16:00: * Mammoth Museum: Officially known as ''Santa Lucía Quinametzin Paleontological Museum'', it was established to preserve, exhibit, and research approximately 200

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remains discovered during the airport's construction. * Military Aviation Museum: With 12 exhibition galleries and 4 temporary displays, this museum showcases the history of Mexican military aviation through its collection of 50 aircraft. * Historic Railcar and Cultural Historical Train Museum: Created from railcars that served the Department of National Defense (SEDENA) and subsequently restored, including the " Francisco I. Madero" car, "Jalisco" car (used as a cafeteria), and " Adolfo Ruíz Cortines" car (reading room). Additionally, a replica of the old Santa Lucía station is on display.

Airlines and destinations

Passenger

Cargo

Destinations map

Statistics

Busiest Routes

Ground transportation

While the initial project outlined comprehensive public transport connections to

in conjunction with private transport options, challenges in resolving transportation logistics for the airport's inauguration persist. As of November 2023, accessibility to the airport remains insufficient.

Road

The primary vehicular entrance to the airport is connected to a highway from the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense, spanning approximately . Within the airport grounds, a road with three entry lanes, three exit lanes, and

sculptures reflecting discoveries in the central area facilitates access to the terminal. Future plans include extending the Mexico-

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highway towards the airport, with a deviation near Santa Lucía to connect to the terminal.

Bus

On the ground floor of the Ground Transportation Terminal (TITT), a bus station accommodates long-distance passengers with space for 16 buses. The terminal comprises ticket counters, automated machines, waiting areas, a VIP lounge, ATMs, retail stores, currency exchange services, souvenir shops, package services, a cargo warehouse, toilets, administrative offices, staff rest areas, and other amenities, including Wi-Fi, fast food options, and toilets. Private company Autobuses de Oriente provides connections to and from TAPO, Indios Verdes, and

. Additionally, ETN Turistar offers services connecting the airport to Terminal de Autobuses del Sur, Terminal de Autobuses del Norte, and Terminal de Autobuses de

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. These services are current as of November 2023:

Taxi

The airport provides designated boarding areas for taxis that have received approval from the Department of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT). These services are closely regulated by the airport authorities to ensure safety and reliability.

Public transport

The Mexibús bus rapid transit system Line I, offers a connection to Ojo de Agua station in the

. From Ojo de Agua, passengers can transfer to Ciudad Azteca metro station. Plans are underway to extend Mexibús Line IV to AIFA in the future, creating an additional connection between the airport and the

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at Indios Verdes station.

Future rail connection

A proposal, presented in 2020, outlines a extension of the Suburban train network to serve the airport. The extension will branch off from the existing line at Lechería station, heading northeast to the airport grounds. Originally anticipated for completion by December 2023, delays related to construction challenges, particularly the relocation of tracks for cargo-carrying trains, pushed the expected opening to June 2024. The extension will be inaugurated in July 2025.

Air Force Base Nr. 1 Santa Lucía

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for military personnel affiliated with the

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. The facilities at the Military Air Base include a military aviation apron,

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, and runway 04R/22L, designated exclusively for military use. It serves as a hub for various units and headquarters related to reconnaissance, transport, combat wings, specialized training centers, and sports facilities. Additionally, it houses facilities dedicated to national security and natural disaster response. Following the construction of the civilian airport, B.A.M. No. 1 underwent a complete reconstruction, adopting a new configuration that includes a military town with housing units, the 37th Military Zone General Command, a Pavilion for Dignitaries, a housing complex, a military hospital, the Military Police Training Center, a Shopping Center, and The Military School of Specialist Troops (EMTEFAM). Operational Squadrons at BAM No. 1 include: * 401 Air Squadron: Operates supersonic F-5E/F twin-jet aircraft designed for attack and air defense missions, featuring a maximum speed of Mach 1.63 and a range of . * 101 Air Squadron: Operates EC725 Cougar aircraft. * 112 Air Squadron: Operates MD-530F aircraft. * 104 Air Squadron: Operates

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aircraft. * 301 Air Squadron: Operates C-295 aircraft. * 302 Air Squadron: Operates

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and C-27J aircraft. * 303 Air Squadron: Operates

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aircraft. * 502 Air Squadron: Operates

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and Boeing 737-800 aircraft. * Air Surveillance Squadron: Operates Embraer 145 aircraft. * Phototechnical Air Squadron: Operates C-90 aircraft.

References

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History

Background

Controversy

Construction

Facilities

Runways

Terminal

Cargo

Other facilities

Airlines and destinations

Passenger

Cargo

Destinations map

Statistics

Busiest Routes

Ground transportation

Road

Bus

Taxi

Public transport

Future rail connection

Air Force Base Nr. 1 Santa Lucía

See also

References

External links