US EditionSanta Barbara / Puerto Vallarta Sister City Committee Members Stranded in Mexico
The army's killing of CJNG leader El Mencho caused violent clashes and road blockages, forcing airlines to cancel flights and offer flexible rebooking policies, officials said.
- On Monday, February 23, 2026, airlines canceled flights to Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara, including AeroMexico and Volaris, after security concerns following the operation Sunday.
- In Jalisco, the operation that killed 'El Mencho' by the Mexican army on Sunday sparked unrest, disrupting flights to Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.
- Inside Guadalajara airport, passengers said rumors that armed men were inside prompted people to run and hide, with older women and children sheltering in restrooms and others seeking help at counters.
- The U.S. State Department advised those in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara to shelter in place, and Fresno Yosemite International urged passengers to check airline websites after cancellations Sunday.
- With ongoing disruption, airlines announced fee-free changes and waivers, urging passengers impacted by cancellations to monitor travel apps and airline websites as more flights could be canceled.
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ABC7 News producer stranded in Puerto Vallarta details aftermath following 'El Mencho's death
Midair confusion, canceled flights. It's chaos for travelers trying to get out of Mexico - to get away from the violence and destruction after a cartel leader was killed. ABC7 Eyewitness News Producer Juan Carlos Guerrero - who was there for vacation- has a firsthand view of the aftermath.
Sforzi su Puerto Vallarta, ripartono i trasporti e i servizi. Confirmed the identification of the corpse of El Mencho (ANSA)
Flights Cancelled, 10,000 Troops Deployed: Mexico Burns After El Mencho’s Death
Following the death of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, widespread violence erupted across Mexico. Cartel members blocked roads, set vehicles and businesses on fire, and clashes resulted in dozens of deaths. The unrest led to significant disruptions in air travel, particularly affecting international flights to and from key cities such as Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. Multiple countries issued travel …
Flight disruptions at Mexican airports after drug lord killed in shootout
A violent backlash sparked by Mexican security forces shooting dead a top drug lord has caused flight disruptions at a number of the country's airports.Tourists in popular areas such as Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara have been left stranded and unable to return home.Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday (today AEDT) that airlines have suspended some flights as a "preventive measure", particularly to Puerto Vallarta."We expect that …
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