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U.S. DOT Freezes New Flights From Mexico City’s AIFA and AICM, Signals Possible Belly-Cargo Ban

A public comment window running to Nov. 11 starts a process that Mexico aims to challenge through diplomatic engagement.

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La presidenta Sheinbaum defendió la decisión de cancelar el Aeropuerto de Texcoco.

Overview

  • The order halts approvals for new routes and frequency increases from the two Mexico City airports to the United States until further notice, according to Mexico’s SICT.
  • A companion notice proposes barring Mexican carriers from carrying combined cargo on passenger flights to the U.S., with comments due Nov. 11 and replies due Nov. 18.
  • Any final cargo restriction would take effect 108 business days after the order is finalized.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected the move and directed her foreign minister to seek meetings with senior U.S. officials to review its basis.
  • Airlines and labor groups flagged operational and financial risks as Volaris advised customers on its planned AICM–Newark service and its shares fell 4.85%, while SICT said it will continue coordinated industry working groups.