FAA Warns Airlines Of Potential ‘Military Activities’ Over Parts Of Latin America

BySuzanne Rowan Kelleher,

Forbes Staff.

Topline: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has warned airlines to exercise caution for the next 60 days when flying over parts of Mexico, Central America and South America, citing the risk of “military activities” as well as satellite-positioning and navigation interference.

The FAA issued on Friday afternoon a series of seven Notices to Airmen (NOTAM) advisories, spanning parts of Mexico and Latin American countries, including Panama, Ecuador, Colombia and sections of airspace over the Pacific Ocean.

“Potential risks exist for aircraft at all altitudes, including during overflight and the arrival and departure phases of flight,” the advisories, which run through Mar. 17, said.