Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport (HUU)

Alférez FAP David Figueroa Fernandini Airport, identified by the IATA code HUU and ICAO code SPNC, is the primary aviation facility serving the city of Huánuco in central Peru. Managed by the national airport authority CORPAC S.A., the airport is situated in the Huallaga River valley at an elevation of 6,070 feet, surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Andes Mountains. It serves as a vital transportation hub for the Huánuco Region, providing essential air connectivity for a city that is a major commercial center and a gateway to significant archaeological sites such as the ancient temple of Kotosh. The airport features a single passenger terminal that manages domestic flight operations through a functional and streamlined layout. The facility is equipped with essential traveler services including check-in counters, a waiting lounge, and basic baggage handling areas. Its technical infrastructure is anchored by a 2,500-meter asphalt runway designed to accommodate regional turboprop and jet aircraft like the BAe-146. Due to the challenging high-terrain environment, the airport typically operates during daylight hours, generally between 08:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and is equipped with modern meteorological and communication systems to ensure safe mountain navigation. Flight operations at Huánuco are primarily supported by domestic carriers including Star Perú, ATSA Airlines, and Wayra Perú, which maintain daily scheduled connections to the national capital, Lima. These flights are essential for local residents and the region's burgeoning agricultural and academic sectors, providing a rapid alternative to the long-distance road transit through the central highlands. Ground transportation is well-developed, with the airport located approximately 6 kilometers north of the city center and served by authorized taxi fleets and private transport services, ensuring efficient access to Huánuco's historic main square and the surrounding university districts.