U.S. airlines banned from Venezuelan and Puerto Rico airspace Jan. 3, 2026, over military activity and explosions.

The FAA has banned U.S. commercial flights from Venezuelan airspace and restricted airspace over Puerto Rico on January 3, 2026, due to ongoing military activity and reported explosions in Caracas. The move, aimed at ensuring aviation safety, affects U.S.-registered aircraft and has caused flight cancellations, delays, and diversions, particularly for routes involving the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Foreign airlines and military flights are not impacted. Travelers are advised to check with their carriers for updates, as conditions remain fluid.