Fuel Shortage Threatens Commercial Air Service Amid Economic Crisis
Cuba has halted the sale of jet fuel to international airlines due to a shortage triggered by US pressure on the island’s energy supply. The move affects all of the country’s international airports and forces foreign carriers to arrive with enough fuel for round-trip operations or seek alternative refueling stops. The shortage has significant operational consequences for airlines serving the island, with some expected to adjust schedules or suspend service entirely. The situation was first reported by AeroTime.