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Canada evaluates expanding ADS‑B surveillance across national airspace

Canada is evaluating an expansion of ADS‑B surveillance across its airspace, examining options to extend continuous aircraft tracking through additional ground sites and/or space‑based services. The review will shape ATC coverage, regulatory requirements and potential avionics retrofit timelines for operators.

2026-01-04T16:15:01.084913-08:00

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Massive radio interference shuts Athens FIR; hundreds of flights cancelled and diverted

2026-01-04T02:58:40.963137-08:00

CNBC

Venezuelan strikes and FAA airspace warnings strand Caribbean travelers; carriers scramble to restore service

2026-01-04T00:44:33.140033-08:00

Reuters

Reported U.S. operation captures Maduro; FAA bans U.S. flights over Venezuela, Caribbean services canceled

2026-01-02T23:07:30.398137-08:00

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Canada evaluates expanding ADS‑B surveillance across national airspace Canada is evaluating an expansion of ADS‑B surveillance across its airspace, examining options to extend continuous aircraft tracking through additional ground sites and/or space‑based services. The review will shape ATC coverage, regulatory requirements and potential avionics retrofit timelines for operators.

2026-01-04T16:15:01.084913-08:00

Canada evaluates expanding ADS‑B surveillance across national airspace

Reuters

KLM cancels 124 flights at Amsterdam Schiphol as heavy snow and weekend disruptions pile up KLM canceled 124 flights at Amsterdam Schiphol on Monday after intense snowfall and reduced runway capacity; over the weekend the carrier had grounded about 295 flights as snow, ice and Venezuela airspace restrictions compounded operational disruption. Forecasters expect up to 5cm of fresh snow in parts of the Netherlands.

2026-01-04T05:24:04.754098-08:00

KLM cancels 124 flights at Amsterdam Schiphol as heavy snow and weekend disruptions pile up

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Massive radio interference shuts Athens FIR; hundreds of flights cancelled and diverted A massive radio interference and telephone communication failure in the Athens Flight Information Region on January 4, 2026, knocked out nearly all ATC frequencies, briefly closing Greek airspace and forcing hundreds of cancellations, diversions and widespread delays. Hellenic authorities deployed a special aircraft to investigate while gradually restoring services.

2026-01-04T02:58:40.963137-08:00

Massive radio interference shuts Athens FIR; hundreds of flights cancelled and diverted

CNBC

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Venezuelan strikes and FAA airspace warnings strand Caribbean travelers; carriers scramble to restore service Strikes in Venezuela and subsequent U.S. aviation alerts disrupted Caribbean air traffic, canceling flights at airports serving Puerto Rico, Aruba and the U.S. Virgin Islands and leaving tens of thousands stranded. After the FAA lifted temporary airspace restrictions, carriers including American, KLM and Avianca added capacity and resumed routes.

2026-01-04T00:44:33.140033-08:00

Venezuelan strikes and FAA airspace warnings strand Caribbean travelers; carriers scramble to restore service

CNBC

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US strikes in Venezuela trigger widespread Caribbean flight disruption; JetBlue cancels 21% of schedule Following reported U.S. strikes and helicopter operations in Venezuela, hundreds of Caribbean flights were canceled or delayed — JetBlue scrubbed 209 flights (21% of its planned schedule) and delayed 263 (26%). Copa, LATAM and KLM adjusted or suspended services as airports and FAA restrictions affected routes.

2026-01-03T05:48:11.522151-08:00

US strikes in Venezuela trigger widespread Caribbean flight disruption; JetBlue cancels 21% of schedule

Reuters

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Reported U.S. operation captures Maduro; FAA bans U.S. flights over Venezuela, Caribbean services canceled A U.S. military operation involving airstrikes and special-operations helicopters reportedly captured Nicolás Maduro, triggering explosions and local airspace closures in Caracas. The FAA ordered U.S. carriers to avoid Venezuelan airspace (06:00 UTC Saturday–05:00 UTC Sunday), prompting widespread cancellations to Caribbean services.

2026-01-02T23:07:30.398137-08:00

Reported U.S. operation captures Maduro; FAA bans U.S. flights over Venezuela, Caribbean services canceled

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U.S. lawmakers unveil bill to keep FAA operating during government shutdowns Congress has introduced legislation to keep the Federal Aviation Administration operating during federal government shutdowns, authorizing continued agency activity to prevent disruption of air traffic services, safety oversight and certification work that often stalls when funding lapses. The measure seeks to shield essential FAA personnel and processes from funding gaps.

2026-01-02T08:27:12.679234-08:00

U.S. lawmakers unveil bill to keep FAA operating during government shutdowns

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Cirium 2025 On‑Time Performance Review: Aeromexico tops global punctuality again Cirium's 2025 On‑Time Performance Review ranks the world's most punctual airlines and airports, naming Aeromexico the global leader for a second consecutive year with a 90.02% on‑time arrival rate. The report evaluates carriers and hubs amid surging passenger demand and complex airspace constraints.

2026-01-02T07:07:49.721939-08:00

Cirium 2025 On‑Time Performance Review: Aeromexico tops global punctuality again

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Canada evaluates expanding ADS‑B surveillance across national airspace

Massive radio interference shuts Athens FIR; hundreds of flights cancelled and diverted

Venezuelan strikes and FAA airspace warnings strand Caribbean travelers; carriers scramble to restore service

Reported U.S. operation captures Maduro; FAA bans U.S. flights over Venezuela, Caribbean services canceled

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