Coronel E Carvajal Airport, known by its IATA code XMS, serves Macas, the capital of Morona-Santiago province in Ecuador's Amazon basin. The airport provides a vital air link for a region where road travel can be difficult due to the challenging terrain of the Andes foothills and jungle. The airport is named after a military officer and primarily handles domestic flights connecting Macas to other Ecuadorian cities. It plays an important role in supporting local communities, commerce, and occasional tourism related to the Amazon and indigenous Shuar culture. Due to its location at the edge of the Amazon and proximity to the Andes, the airport operates under conditions that can include tropical weather and limited infrastructure compared to major international hubs.