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US-Mexico aviation connectivity restoration
Overview
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has revoked previous orders that restricted Mexican airlines from adding or increasing flight itineraries between Mexico and the United States. This reversal ends a freeze affecting 13 routes across Mexico City’s Benito Juárez (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles (NLU) airports, impacting major carriers such as Aeroméxico, Volaris, and Viva Aerobus.
The decision follows a bilateral agreement addressing equal access to cargo operations and the return of landing slots at MEX to US operators. While the DOT had previously cited Mexican government measures that harmed US carriers, the resolution indicates that Mexico has met most necessary demands.
In response, Aeroméxico has begun selling itineraries for new daily services starting in mid-January, targeting destinations including Florida, Portland, Oregon, and Santa Ana, California. The move has been welcomed by Mexican tourism industry leaders, who noted that increased seat availability is critical for tourist flow.
Entities
Aeroméxico · Mexico City · United States Department of Transportation · Quintana Roo Tourism Promotion Council · Viva Aerobús
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesUS Department of Transportation lifts flight curbs on Mexican airlines
The US DOT has lifted a freeze on new flight routes from Mexico City to the US, allowing Mexican airlines like Aeroméxico to expand service to several US cities starting in mid-January.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesUS revokes flight restrictions for Mexican airlines
The US Department of Transportation has revoked restrictions on Mexican airline itineraries, allowing for increased flight frequencies and new routes between Mexico and the US to boost tourism.
Sources
elfinanciero.com.mx · hojaderutadigital.mx · liveandletsfly.com · nvinoticias.com · promobil.de