Airspace Alert: Airlines Halt Flights Over Venezuela Amid Security Concerns

Several international airlines, including Gol, Avianca, and TAP Air Portugal, have canceled flights from Venezuela following a warning from the U.S. FAA about potential hazards in the country’s airspace. The decision is based on deteriorating security and increased military activity. Spain's Iberia also canceled flights, while some airlines continue operations.

Three major airlines—Brazil's Gol, Colombia's Avianca, and TAP Air Portugal—canceled flights departing from Caracas, Venezuela, after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration flagged a 'potentially hazardous situation' on Friday.

The cancellations were confirmed by Flightradar24 and Simon Bolivar Maiquetia International Airport's website. Concerns stem from worsening security conditions and increased military activity in the region, according to Aeronautica Civil de Colombia.

Spain's Iberia joined the list by canceling flights from Monday until further notice. In contrast, Copa Airlines and Wingo continued their operations. The move follows a significant U.S. military buildup, with key assets like the U.S. Navy's largest aircraft carrier now stationed in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)