The runway at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport in western Paraná was temporarily closed on Saturday after a pothole was discovered. The closure occurred around 10:40 AM, immediately affecting air traffic in the area. A Latam flight from Congonhas in São Paulo was unable to land and was redirected to Cascavel, while three other flights faced delays, leaving passengers waiting for information in the terminal.

Passengers expressed frustration regarding the lack of communication from the airport administration during the incident. One traveler noted that while their vacation allowed them to be more patient, the lack of timely information exacerbated the situation. People were left in long lines as they awaited clarity on alternative accommodations, indicating that the management of the situation could have been handled better to alleviate traveler stress.

This incident highlights the potential for infrastructure issues to disrupt air travel, raising concerns about the maintenance standards at regional airports. With tourism being a vital part of the economy in the area, steps may need to be taken to ensure that the airport can handle unexpected events more effectively in the future, thus minimizing inconvenience for travelers and airlines alike.