What Happened
Trump Orders FAA to Lift Restrictions on US Airlines
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reopened airspace above Venezuela, allowing US airlines to restart flights to the country. The decision was made on the orders of US President Donald Trump, who spoke with Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, and informed her of the US’s intention to reopen commercial airspace. American Airlines has announced plans to reinstate nonstop service to Venezuela, pending government approval and security assessments. The move comes after the FAA issued NOTAMs warning of potential dangers in Venezuelan airspace in November 2025, which were later lifted. The development was first reported by AeroTime.