U.S. Halts Flights at El Paso Airport for ‘Safety Reasons’
The United States has suspended all flights to and from El Paso International Airport in Texas due to ‘safety reasons.’ This announcement was made by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) without further details.
Flight Suspension Details
The airport, located next to the military installation Biggs Army Airfield and close to the Mexican city of Juárez, confirmed the flight halt via an Instagram post. They indicated that the restrictions were implemented with short notice and were awaiting further guidance from the FAA.
- Initial Restrictions: All flights suspended.
- Effective Date: Announced on February 11, 2026.
- Restrictions Duration: Set to last until February 21, 2026.
- Exclusion Zone: Coverage includes a radius of 10 nautical miles, excluding Mexican airspace.
Impact on Local Airspace
Additional restrictions also affect the airspace over Santa Teresa, New Mexico, as confirmed by the FAA. The agency has not provided further explanations regarding the safety concerns tied to these measures.
Passenger Statistics
El Paso International Airport saw approximately 3.49 million passengers in the first 11 months of 2025. Major U.S. airlines, including Southwest, Delta, United, and American, operate flights to this airport.
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