Mexico has firmly rejected a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) advisory issued on January 16, 2026, which warned airlines of potential risks linked to unspecified military activities in Mexican and Latin American airspace. The notice urged carriers to “exercise caution,” but Mexican authorities stated there have been “no operational implications or restrictions” for domestic aviation.
In a statement released this week, Mexico’s Communications and Transportation Ministry emphasized that “national airspace remains fully operational without any impact on civil aviation.” The response comes amid heightened regional security discussions, though officials did not clarify the nature of the activities cited by the U.S.
Analysts suggest the exchange highlights ongoing coordination challenges in cross-border airspace management. Business travelers and regional airlines are monitoring developments closely, though flight operations currently remain unaffected.
