UPDATE FROM AICM: So far 22 Flights Cancelled (National and International)
"After the report of suspension of some flights, due to the activity of the Popocatépetl volcano today, Tuesday, February 27, we specify the following:
-The AICM has remained open and in operation.
-22 flights of different national and international airlines have been cancelled, due to safety checks on the aircraft due to having found ashes in flight upon arrival at the AICM.
Management personnel and specialized teams remain on alert and are evaluating the ash fall conditions. At this time, the volcanic ash cloud is heading toward the Gulf of Mexico.
If you have a flight scheduled for this day or the following days, we recommend that you stay informed through your airline and the airport's institutional channels.
Our priority is SAFETY in operations."