Velásquez Airport (PYA)

Velásquez Airport (PYA), designated by the ICAO as SKVL, is a specialized regional aviation facility serving the town of Puerto Boyacá and the surrounding Magdalena Medio region of Colombia. The airport operates as a critical infrastructure link for the regional petroleum sector, acting as the primary air gateway for the Velásquez Field oil operations managed by Mansarovar Energy. It primarily supports private charters, essential technical missions, and government flights, providing a professional base for the high-volume executive and industrial travel required by the area's energy industry. The terminal infrastructure is functional and focused on essential transit services, providing a simple administrative building and sheltered waiting area for passengers and flight crews. While the building lacks modern commercial luxuries such as retail shops, full-service restaurants, or duty-free zones, it offers a secure and high-efficiency environment for the processing of industrial personnel and specialized cargo. Travelers are strongly encouraged to handle all significant financial and dining needs in the Puerto Boyacá town center, located approximately 8 miles (13 km) to the west, prior to arrival at the field. Operationally, the airport features a single 5,512-foot asphalt runway (15/33) situated at an elevation of 566 feet above sea level, capable of supporting a wide variety of medium-sized turboprop and private jet aircraft. A unique feature of the facility is its joint-use status as both a public and military airfield, maintaining strict security protocols and high-level coordination with national aviation authorities. Ground transportation to central Puerto Boyacá is primarily supported by local taxi services and pre-arranged corporate shuttles, providing a quick 15-minute connection to the city's main districts and the regional transport hub for bus services toward Bogotá and Medellín.