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Global Carriers Suspend Caracas Flights After U.S. Aviation Warning as Tensions Rise

Several international airlines have suspended flights to Caracas after the FAA warned against flying over Venezuelan airspace because of heightened military activity and security concerns. The Venezuelan government demanded that airlines resume services within 48 hours or lose overflight permissions, a move IATA says could further isolate the country. The dispute unfolds amid increased U.S. military and law-enforcement actions in the region and allegations about criminal networks linked to Venezuelan officials; Caracas denies those allegations.

05:58 AM, 11/26/2025Security
Global Carriers Suspend Caracas Flights After U.S. Aviation Warning as Tensions Rise

Rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela have prompted several international airlines to suspend flights to Caracas, leaving some passengers stranded and escalating diplomatic friction.

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an advisory warning carriers not to fly over Venezuelan airspace, citing a "worsening security situation and heightened military activity" in and around Venezuela. In response, a number of international airlines temporarily halted services to the Venezuelan capital.

Airlines and immediate impact

Carriers that stopped flights to Caracas include Spain-based Air Europa, Iberia and Plus Ultra; Brazil's Gol; Chile-based LATAM; Colombia's Avianca; Portugal's TAP; and Turkish Airlines. The suspensions have disrupted international travel and left some passengers stranded in Caracas while airlines and authorities assess safety risks.

Venezuelan government reaction

The Venezuelan government gave the affected airlines a 48-hour deadline to resume flights or face revocation of permission to fly over Venezuelan airspace. Aviation authorities warned that failure to restore services would prompt regulatory action.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that punitive measures against carriers could further isolate Venezuela and complicate the resumption of safe, reliable air links.

Broader security context

U.S. officials have stepped up military and law-enforcement activity in the region, including deploying naval assets to the area and announcing counter-narcotics and counterterrorism measures targeting criminal networks reportedly linked to elements within Venezuela's security apparatus. U.S. authorities have also signaled heightened pressure on Venezuelan officials, including an increased reward for information related to the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuelan authorities deny the existence of an organized "Cartel de los Soles" operating within the state.

The situation remains fluid. Airlines are monitoring official guidance from aviation authorities, while travelers are advised to check with carriers and consular services for the latest travel and safety information.

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