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FAA warns of military activity and GPS interference over eastern Pacific and Latin America

The FAA issued seven advisories on Jan. 16 urging U.S. operators to exercise caution or avoid portions of the eastern Pacific and adjacent airspace over Mexico, Central America and parts of South America (including Colombia, Ecuador and Panama), citing uncoordinated military activity and reported GPS/satellite navigation interference.

2026-01-16T11:54:22.503209-08:00

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U.S. Lowers Threat Level at Al Udeid Air Base as Officials Say No Imminent Plan to Strike Iran

2026-01-16T20:12:13.391611-08:00

Aviation Week

EASA warns EU carriers to avoid Iranian airspace amid 'high risk' of misidentification after US strike threats

2026-01-16T09:54:35.625643-08:00

Bloomberg

British Airways suspends Bahrain flights amid Iran–US Gulf tensions

2026-01-16T08:32:26.041581-08:00

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The Hill

U.S. Lowers Threat Level at Al Udeid Air Base as Officials Say No Imminent Plan to Strike Iran The U.S. military reduced force‑protection and threat levels at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar after officials said there were no imminent plans to strike Iran, easing restrictions on personnel and routine operations. The adjustment reflects a short‑term de‑escalation in U.S. regional posture.

2026-01-16T20:12:13.391611-08:00

U.S. Lowers Threat Level at Al Udeid Air Base as Officials Say No Imminent Plan to Strike Iran

New York Times

U.S. rapid‑descent helicopter boardings of oil tankers underscore operational lessons after fatal 2024 boarding Video footage shows U.S. forces conducting rapid‑descent helicopter boardings of oil tankers, descending swiftly onto decks in coordinated rappels and landings. The operations took place two years after a fatal 2024 boarding attempt, underscoring operational lessons and changes in maritime interdiction procedures.

2026-01-16T15:31:17.659886-08:00

U.S. rapid‑descent helicopter boardings of oil tankers underscore operational lessons after fatal 2024 boarding

Washington Post

Bobi Wine allegedly seized and flown by military helicopter, opposition says Bobi Wine, the pop star-turned-politician contesting President Yoweri Museveni’s rule, was allegedly forced into a military helicopter and flown to an unknown location, his party said. His party publicly described the episode as an abduction carried out by military forces and demanded clarification of his whereabouts.

2026-01-16T15:31:14.255666-08:00

Bobi Wine allegedly seized and flown by military helicopter, opposition says

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FAA warns of military activity and GPS interference over eastern Pacific and Latin America The FAA issued seven advisories on Jan. 16 urging U.S. operators to exercise caution or avoid portions of the eastern Pacific and adjacent airspace over Mexico, Central America and parts of South America (including Colombia, Ecuador and Panama), citing uncoordinated military activity and reported GPS/satellite navigation interference.

2026-01-16T11:54:22.503209-08:00

FAA warns of military activity and GPS interference over eastern Pacific and Latin America

Aviation Week

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EASA warns EU carriers to avoid Iranian airspace amid 'high risk' of misidentification after US strike threats The European Union Aviation Safety Agency issued a Conflict Zone Information Bulletin on Jan. 16 recommending EU airlines avoid Iranian airspace. EASA warned that threats of US military action have left Iranian air defences on heightened alert, significantly increasing the likelihood civilian flights could be misidentified.

2026-01-16T09:54:35.625643-08:00

EASA warns EU carriers to avoid Iranian airspace amid 'high risk' of misidentification after US strike threats

Bloomberg

British Airways suspends Bahrain flights amid Iran–US Gulf tensions British Airways has paused services to Bahrain amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The temporary suspension reflects concern about operating in and around the Persian Gulf and may affect carriers serving countries hosting US military forces. Airlines are monitoring risk to Gulf routes and basing decisions on safety.

2026-01-16T08:32:26.041581-08:00

British Airways suspends Bahrain flights amid Iran–US Gulf tensions

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Lufthansa suspends overnight Israel flights through January amid fears of Iran escalation Lufthansa has suspended overnight services to Israel through January, citing rising security concerns and the risk of escalation with Iran. The carrier said the temporary halt responds to heightened regional tensions that could affect the safe operation of late-night flights to and within Israel.

2026-01-16T08:12:49.849928-08:00

Lufthansa suspends overnight Israel flights through January amid fears of Iran escalation

AeroTime

Czech president signals possible transfer of L-159 jets to Ukraine for drone interception Czech President Petr Pavel said the Czech Republic can soon supply Ukraine with combat aircraft to intercept hostile drones, naming the Aero L‑159 light-attack jet as the most likely candidate. The move would add a manned kinetic option to Kyiv’s defences against persistent UAS threats.

2026-01-16T07:15:44.008068-08:00

Czech president signals possible transfer of L-159 jets to Ukraine for drone interception

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FAA warns of military activity and GPS interference over eastern Pacific and Latin America

U.S. Lowers Threat Level at Al Udeid Air Base as Officials Say No Imminent Plan to Strike Iran

EASA warns EU carriers to avoid Iranian airspace amid 'high risk' of misidentification after US strike threats

British Airways suspends Bahrain flights amid Iran–US Gulf tensions

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