NOTAM - SXM travel disruption!
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elgreaux
Senior Insider
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport - San Juan - informs the public that, pursuant to a security order issued by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the airspace over Puerto Rico is temporarily restricted to U.S. airlines.
This measure is in response to air safety considerations related to military activity in Venezuela and is not directly associated with any situation within the airport or in Puerto Rico.
As a result of this federal order:
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport remains in constant communication with federal aeronautical authorities and will continue to promptly report any official updates.
This measure is in response to air safety considerations related to military activity in Venezuela and is not directly associated with any situation within the airport or in Puerto Rico.
As a result of this federal order:
- Most commercial flights to and from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, operated by U.S. airlines, are suspended or may be temporarily canceled.
- Foreign airlines and military aircraft are not included in this restriction, in accordance with FAA authorizations.
- The measure is initially in effect for approximately 24 hours, subject to evaluation and possible extensions by federal authorities.
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport remains in constant communication with federal aeronautical authorities and will continue to promptly report any official updates.
didier
Senior Insider
yep, I am stranded in new york right now. delta let me know as I was checking in. I am told I can fly tomorrow, but nothing certain. tradewinds also sent me a message and they are not sure they can get me on a flight tomorrow as they said they would need to bring in more planes for any new passengers. what a mess.
andynap
Senior Insider
And then what? Stuck in SXM? The problem is SBC probably won’t refund your fare if you cancel. I remember years ago we were stranded in SXM overnight and stayed at Marys Boon close to the airport.
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amyb
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Stay safe. Good that airlines have been keeping you informed
JEK
Senior Insider
The United States of America has issued an international air safety alert for the San Juan Flight Information Region (TJZS) warning a "potentially hazardous situation", which covers the airspace of Puerto Rico and nearby areas.The FAA's NOTAM A0010/25 flags extreme caution for the San Juan FIR due to surged state aircraft operations, which encompass military and government flights bypassing civil rules.The alert went into effect at 18:55 UTC on November 18 and will remain in effect until 23:59 UTC on February 16, 2026.#NOTAM #FIR #airspace #aviation
The NOTAM indicates that now, military operations involving Venezuela will ramp up or surge. This will place a higher work load on controllers to keep traffic separated.
The NOTAM indicates that now, military operations involving Venezuela will ramp up or surge. This will place a higher work load on controllers to keep traffic separated.
JEK
Senior Insider
AIR TRAFFIC DISRUPTIONS IN THE CARIBBEAN AFTER THE U.S. MILITARY OPERATION IN VENEZUELA
by T.F.01/03/2026
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has carried out his threats. Last night, a large-scale military operation was conducted by the us armed forces in Venezuela. The capital, Caracas, was bombed. On the morning of Saturday, January 3, Donald Trump announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. The presidential couple was reportedly kidnapped, "exfiltrated" in the words used by Donald Trump, and will have to respond to the United States of accusations related to "narcoterrorism", says US Attorney General Pamela Bondi in a statement.
The armed intervention of the United States has a direct impact on air traffic in the Caribbean region. Thus, early this morning, the US government authorities issued a ban on the country's air operators (therefore all aircraft registered in the United States) on flying in Caribbean airspace. Director of Saint-Barthélemy airport, Fabrice Danet details the disruptions to be expected. "All Tradewind and Cape Air flights are canceled, which means that passengers will have to stay at the hotel while waiting for an evolution, or review their return logistics," he explains. This is a significant disturbance. On Friday, the airport recorded 329 aircraft movements for more than a thousand passengers. This Saturday, some of the 305 scheduled flights will not be carried out. "We remain in permanent contact with the services of the prefecture, civil aviation and neighboring airports but it is quite substantial in terms of impact on a weekend like this with the management of post-holiday departure flows," adds Fabrice Danet.
At the same time, Air France has announced that its long-haul flights this Saturday from Roissy (Sint Maarten destination) and Orly (Pointe-à-Pitre and Fort-de-France destination) are cancelled. On the other hand, according to the information released this mid-morning, companies such as Air Caraïbes, Air Canada, Copa, Avianca or Air Transat have maintained their flights.
All travelers affected by the disruptions are invited to contact their company to inquire about the situation and the solutions that can be offered to them.
According to the latest information collected by the JSB, the flight ban imposed by Washington on U.S. companies in Caribbean airspace should be lifted this Saturday at midnight. In addition, transatlantic flights between France and the West Indies should be able to resume tomorrow.
Nevertheless, for the time being, the Etonian companies that transit through Princess Juliana Airport in Sint Maarten have all canceled their flights. Concerned are Jet Blue, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines or Spirit.
Tradewind Aviation Press Release
This morning, Tradewind Aviation published the following press release online: "Arly this morning, the Tradewind operations team was informed that all the airspace of the Eastern Caribbean was closed to American operators. This is due to ongoing military actions in Venezuela. As a result, all flights today, January 3 to and from San Juan, PR, St Barths, Antigua, Anguilla and the BVI are cancelled. Our team is working diligently to add a maximum of flights for tomorrow and early next week in order to rehabilitate you and offer you travel options. Please note that this is a very fluid situation and that things may change. We will update all affected guests as soon as we have the updated information. "
Jim Kelly-Evans
Senior Insider
> According to the latest information collected by the JSB, the flight ban imposed by Washington on U.S. companies in Caribbean airspace should be lifted this Saturday at midnight.
We're scheduled to fly Monday...fingers crossed
We're scheduled to fly Monday...fingers crossed
amyb
Senior Insider
Dennis, I believe any morning that Phil and I wake up is a good time to be alive. YMMV
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Jim Kelly-Evans
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Jim A
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Frustrating when air travel is disrupted! I hope you were able to get on a flight today
