I am absolutely thrilled to share a huge personal milestone with all of you today: I have officially acquired my first airport! This is a massive step for me, and hopefully, the first of many to come. I couldnât be happier to start this new administrative journey with Leticia - Alfredo VĂĄsquez Cobo International Airport (SKLT).
Why fly to Leticia?
For those who havenât had the pleasure of flying into SKLT, you are in for a spectacular visual treat. Located in the extreme south of Colombia, Leticia is the beating heart of the Amazon rainforest. The approaches here are breathtaking, offering endless views of the lush, vibrant jungle canopy and the mighty Amazon River. Itâs not just an airport; itâs a gateway to an incredibly rich culture and one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet.
Airport Details & Pilot Perks:
I want to make Leticia a highly profitable and active hub for everyone who visits, which is why Iâm offering top-tier conditions for all pilots:
Pilot Profit Split: A massive 60%! I want to ensure that every pilot who supports this new hub is generously rewarded.
Runway: 2,100 meters (6,890 ft) of wide asphalt. Itâs in perfect condition and ready to handle your daily operations.
Category: Category 3.
Current Status: We are currently at Level 2, but with your traffic and support, we are pushing hard to upgrade to Level 3 very soon!
I am officially inviting all of you to set your flight plans to SKLT. Whether you are doing quick regional hops or bringing in heavier aircraft, there is a spot for you on our apron.
Letâs make the Colombian Amazon one of the most active destinations in South America. Bring your fleets, enjoy the stunning jungle views, and enjoy that 60% payout!
To make your arrival into the Amazon even more breathtaking, I highly recommend upgrading your simulator with a custom scenery for Leticia. I want you to enjoy the jungle, the river, and our newly managed runway in maximum detail!
Here are some great add-on options from different developers so you can make your flights as realistic as possible:
To make your flight planning even smoother and your experience more realistic, I want to share some details about arriving at Leticia! Flying into the Amazon requires good preparation, and SKLT offers some fantastic procedures to test your pilot skills.
Available Approaches: Get ready to enjoy scenic and immersive approaches over the dense jungle canopy and the Amazon River!
You can fly both RNP and VOR approaches.
These procedures are available for both Runway 03 and Runway 21, giving you great flexibility depending on the wind conditions.
Aerodrome Chart:
I have also attached the official Aerodrome Chart below. Feel free to check it out to familiarize yourself with the airport layout, runway dimensions, taxiways, and parking stands before you touch down.
Plan your descent, follow the charts, and enjoy the stunning views on your way down!
Awesome! Thank you for being one of the first to fly out of our newly managed SKLT! That route up to SKSP is fantastic. I hope to see you back in the Amazon soon!
Thanks to all your amazing support and flights, the airport is currently at 88.41% progress! We are incredibly close to reaching Level 3, and I am super excited to finally make this upgrade a reality for our hub.
I want to invite all captains to plan your next departure or arrival at SKLT to help us push through this final stretch. Remember that the 60% Pilot Profit Split is always active, so you can maximize your earnings while helping us grow the Amazon.
Whoâs joining me for these final flights? Letâs do this!
Hahaha, you got me! The game mechanics are definitely simple, but hey, someone has to do the heavy lifting of moving that slider! I try to make up for it by bringing some life to the forums and creating events for the community. Hope to see you on the SKLT arrivals board soon!
Congratulations, Captain! What a great job promoting and presenting your airport in the Amazon! Weâll definitely visit it then, and thank you for presenting it that way; it makes us want to go. Big hug from Argentina!
Thank you so much for the kind words, Captain! It really means a lot. The whole idea is to make our destinations exciting and welcoming for the community. We have a parking spot ready for you at SKLT whenever you decide to visit the Amazon. Safe flights and a big hug back to Argentina from Colombia!
I am incredibly happy to announce that we have just made the upgrade! I want to send a massive THANK YOU to every single captain who took off or landed at Leticia to help me achieve this milestone. You guys are amazing!
This wouldnât have been possible without the support of this awesome community. The 60% Pilot Profit Split remains fully active, and our hub is now better equipped than ever to welcome your flights.
The Amazon is waiting for you. Letâs keep the traffic coming! Safe flights and a big hug to everyone!