Airlines Split on Venezuela Routes After U.S. FAA Warns of Flight Risks
Carriers in South America and Europe say operations will continue based on their own safety assessments despite the advisory.
Overview
- The FAA notice to airmen is in effect from November 21, 2025 through February 19, 2026 and cites worsening security and increased military activity in or near Venezuela.
- AFP, citing Venezuela’s airline association, reported six cancellations by Iberia, TAP, LATAM, Avianca, GOL and Caribbean Airlines of Trinidad and Tobago.
- Nine carriers publicly confirmed they are maintaining scheduled service, including Avior, Conviasa, Estelar, Laser Airlines, Wingo, Copa Airlines, Air Europa, Plus Ultra and Turkish Airlines.
- Avior president Juan Bracamonte said the airline’s domestic and international flights are operating normally and emphasized a commitment to preserve connectivity.
- Coverage notes the U.S. describes recent military activity in the Caribbean as counter‑narcotics operations, context that underpins the FAA risk advisory.