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Venezuela Revokes Airlines' Rights Amid FAA Safety Warning

12/1/2025

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Venezuela revoked the operating rights of six international airlines, including Iberia and Turkish Airlines, after they suspended flights following a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration safety warning.
The FAA issued a NOTAM citing a worsening security situation and increased military activity, which preceded the suspensions.
The National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC) ordered the carriers to resume operations within 48 hours or face permit revocation.

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Venezuela revoked the operating rights of six international airlines, including Iberia and Turkish Airlines, after they suspended flights following a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration safety warning.
The FAA issued a NOTAM citing a worsening security situation and increased military activity, which preceded the suspensions.
The National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC) ordered the carriers to resume operations within 48 hours or face permit revocation.