The Trump administration has canceled 13 air routes connecting the United States and Mexico’s Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) and Mexico City International Airport (AICM). The decision affects airlines like Viva Aerobus, Aeroméxico, and Volaris, and comes as a response to Mexico’s alleged violations of the 2015 U.S.-Mexico Air Transport Agreement.
According to Fox Business, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the revocation, stating that Mexico had illegally canceled and frozen U.S. carrier flights for three years without consequences. The affected routes include flights from Mexico City to U.S. cities like Houston, McAllen, and Newark, and from AIFA to cities including Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago.
Duffy emphasized that the U.S. would hold Mexico accountable until it honors its commitments. The U.S. Department of Transportation also proposed banning Mexican airlines from transporting belly cargo between Mexico City and the United States, which could take effect in three months if finalized.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum disagrees with the U.S. actions and plans to meet with U.S. officials to discuss the matter. She also intends to strategize with affected airlines to respond to the restrictions. Mexico News Daily reported that Sheinbaum is hopeful for a resolution.
The decision has sparked criticism, with some viewing it as a move that undermines Mexico’s sovereignty and disrupts travel plans. The U.S. Department of Transportation has advised passengers to contact their airlines for re-accommodation information.
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