WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued multiple flight advisories urging airlines and pilots to exercise caution when flying over parts of Mexico, Central and South America, citing the risk of military activities and possible navigation interference.
The advisory, which was issued on Friday, noted that conditions could pose risks to aircraft at all altitudes, including during overflights, as well as arrivals and departures, and applies to all U.S. air carriers and civil operators.
Forbes reported that there were a total of seven warnings, adding that the alerts covered the following areas:
Portions of Pacific Ocean airspace were also included in the advisories, per the FAA.
“Potential risks exist for aircraft at all altitudes, including during overflight and the arrival and departure phases of flight,” the advisories noted.
Forbes reported that the advisories will remain in place for 60 days and are set to expire on March 17.
The FAA’s move follows a period of heightened military operations in the region, including U.S. actions in Caribbean and Pacific waters that have involved deadly strikes against vessels alleged to be involved in drug trafficking.
In late 2025, the agency also issued warnings concerning airspace over Venezuela due to heightened security concerns.
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The advisories also come two weeks after the U.S. military captured and indicted former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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