U.S. DOT Revokes Mexican Airline Flight Approvals

The U.S. Department of Transportation has revoked approvals for 13 routes by Mexican carriers to the United States. Secretary Sean Duffy cited illegal actions by Mexico affecting U.S. carriers. This decision could impact travel plans, with passengers advised to contact airlines for re-accommodation.

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday the revocation of approvals for 13 routes by Mexican airlines into the United States. This action affects current or planned flights by Aeromexico, Volaris, and Viva Aerobus, specifically from Felipe Angeles International Airport.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's order also tentatively cancels combined passenger and cargo flights by these airlines, often referred to as "belly cargo," between the United States and Benito Juarez International Airport, freezing their growth.

Duffy accused Mexico of illegally canceling and freezing U.S. carrier flights for three years without any consequences, a move he describes as non-compliant. The Department of Transportation warns that continued non-compliance by Mexico may impact travel plans for American citizens, advising passengers to contact their airlines for specific re-accommodation information.

(With inputs from agencies.)