Ten-Day Flight Ban Imposed Over Special Security Threats
The Federal Aviation Administration has cancelled all flights in and out of El Paso International Airport for 10 days due to special security concerns. A Notice to Airmen was issued, introducing flight restrictions around the airport for 10 miles until February 21, 2026. The airport has confirmed that all aircraft will be grounded during this period, including commercial, cargo, and general aviation. The reason for the closure has not been disclosed, but the FAA has stated that the airspace is classified as ‘HTL Defense Airspace’. This development was first reported by AeroTime.