US EditionFAA warns airlines on Central, South American flights of potential military actions
The FAA warns of risks from unannounced military operations and GPS interference affecting flights over Mexico, Central and South America for 60 days, amid rising regional tensions.
- On January 16, 2026, the Federal Aviation Administration issued urgent Notices to Airmen warning operators over Mexico, Central America, Ecuador, Colombia and the eastern Pacific Ocean.
- After recent U.S. military buildup and strikes, regional tensions rose amid nearly four months of U.S. military strikes and a January 3 operation that captured Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan president.
- FAA notices describe risks to GNSS navigation at all flight altitudes and phases, while Mexico's aviation authorities said the advisory is preventive and applies only to U.S. operators.
- Travelers should check with airlines for updates, as major U.S. carriers monitor guidance and review routes to avoid hazards after earlier FAA restrictions caused cancellations.
- Coordination among aviation agencies could produce further guidance during the 60-day notice, as regional civil aviation authorities work with FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford through March 17.
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FAA Warns Airlines of Military Activities in Central America, Eastern Pacific
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urged airlines on Jan. 16 to exercise caution when flying over Central America and the eastern Pacific due to military activities and potential navigation interference. The FAA said it issued notices covering the airspace in Mexico, Central America, Panama, Bogotá, Guayaquil, and Mazatlán Oceanic Flight Regions, as well as parts of the eastern Pacific Ocean. The notices will remain effective for 60 days,…
FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities' and possible satellite navigation interference
The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday urged U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and possible satellite navigation interference. The warning was issued in a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) issued by the FAA. They say, “Potential risks exist for aircraft at all altitudes, including during overfligh…
FAA warns about flying in Central, South America and eastern Pacific, citing possible ‘military activities’
The FAA warns pilots flying over the eastern Pacific near Mexico, Central America and South America about possible military activities and satellite navigation interference.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued five warnings this Friday warning U.S. air operators of a “potentially dangerous situation” in air spaces over the Pacific, ranging from Mexico to Ecuador, passing through Colombia and Central America, “due to military activities” and possible interference with navigation systems. The notifications, which will be in force 60 days (until March) recommend companies and pilots to extreme precaut…
The US Aviation Regulatory Authority warns airlines and aircraft because of "military activities" in the air, over Mexico and several countries in Central and South America
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