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Román Carmona Landa Takes Command of Mexico's Air Force With Mandate to Defend Airspace

Next steps prioritize stronger oversight alongside homegrown technology to prepare radar and fleet upgrades.

Overview

  • Upon assuming command, Carmona Landa set priorities to safeguard Mexican airspace, strengthen internal security and support civilians during emergencies.
  • He underscored the use of the Airspace Surveillance and Protection Law, which provides legal certainty for operations and has helped curb illicit flights.
  • Disaster response remains anchored in Plan DN-III-E, with reinforced airlift, multipurpose helicopters and rapid-response units for relief and medevac missions.
  • Modernization runs through CIDEFAM projects such as thermal vision, specialized sensors and advanced navigation, alongside planning for radar improvements, new platforms and enhanced training.
  • The command is advancing regional interoperability by leading a 14-nation forum for joint air-security work and is formalizing operational integration with the Guardia Nacional.