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Venezuela Revokes Airline Rights Amid U.S. Safety Warnings

11/29/2025

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Maduro Revokes Airline Rights

The Venezuelan government revoked operating rights for six international airlines, including Iberia and TAP, after suspensions tied to U.S. safety warnings.
The FAA warned of a hazardous situation over Venezuela amid increased military activity, while Nicolás Maduro, the president of Venezuela, denied U.S. drug-trafficking accusations.
Caracas issued a 48-hour ultimatum to resume flights or lose their rights.
Copa Airlines and Wingo continued operations.

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Maduro Revokes Airline Rights

The Venezuelan government revoked operating rights for six international airlines, including Iberia and TAP, after suspensions tied to U.S. safety warnings.
The FAA warned of a hazardous situation over Venezuela amid increased military activity, while Nicolás Maduro, the president of Venezuela, denied U.S. drug-trafficking accusations.
Caracas issued a 48-hour ultimatum to resume flights or lose their rights.
Copa Airlines and Wingo continued operations.

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