Overview
- President Claudia Sheinbaum said state airline Mexicana de Aviación agreed to give up some AICM slots to U.S. carriers following negotiations.
- Mexico confirmed a recent redistribution of AICM slots under a scheme it described as competitive and reached with domestic and foreign airlines.
- Talks with the U.S. Department of Transportation will continue in the coming weeks to determine how many flights are reassigned.
- The Mexican government pressed for Mexico City’s AICM and the newer AIFA to operate as a single integrated airport system rather than as rivals.
- Mexico plans to deploy a digital slot-management system in 2026 to increase transparency and competition at congested airports.