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Venezuelan carrier Laser Airlines, together with Aeroservicios Gleco 904, C.A., has confirmed the deaths of 15 members of its workforce following the powerful twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5.
In an emotional institutional statement shared on the airline's official social media channels, the company paid tribute to its employees while expressing solidarity with their grieving families.
“We bid farewell with profound respect to those who were part of our Laser Airlines and Aeroservicios Gleco team. We join the pain of their loved ones and honor their memory with gratitude and affection. May their souls rest in peace,” the airline said.
The company also extended its heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the victims, expressing hope that they may soon find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Laser Airlines released the names of the 15 employees who lost their lives in the disaster:
The airline described the loss as a profound tragedy for its organization, emphasizing that the victims were valued members of the Laser Airlines and Aeroservicios Gleco family.
The devastating earthquakes also caused extensive damage to Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, located in La Guaira state, one of the regions most severely affected by the disaster.
Images released in the aftermath showed the collapse of sections of passenger circulation areas and service points, along with visible structural damage to facades and ventilation systems.
Authorities also reported cracks throughout several parts of the terminal, while electrical wiring, ceiling panels, and lighting fixtures became detached. In addition, two concrete beams reportedly collapsed onto areas that included the airport's baggage conveyor system, further disrupting operations.
The June 24 earthquakes rank among the country's most destructive natural disasters in recent years, leaving widespread devastation, infrastructure damage, and significant loss of life. As recovery efforts continue, Laser Airlines' tribute serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the catastrophe and the lasting impact on families, colleagues, and communities across Venezuela.
On july 15th, Laser Airlines announced the activation of its domestic flights through Libertador Airport (SVBL), located in Palo Negro, Aragua state.
This measure is part of the contingency plan developed in coordination with national aeronautical authorities, with the purpose of maintaining air connectivity between the main cities of the country and offering a safe, organized and efficient alternative for passengers.
In this way, Laser Airlines will temporarily resume its domestic operations from Palo Negro to the destinations of Porlamar, Barcelona, Maracaibo and El Vigía, thus guaranteeing the connectivity of these important cities and regions of the country during the contingency period.
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