FAA Issues Warning About Airspace Risks in Latin America Due to Military Activity

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a warning for U.S. airlines and pilots to exercise caution in a large section of airspace over the Pacific Ocean near Central and South America. This alert, effective immediately and lasting for 60 days until at least March 17, highlights potential risks to aircraft at all altitudes due to military operations and possible interference with Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). The FAA noted that this interference could involve signal jamming or spoofing, although specific sources were not disclosed. The warning impacts airspace over western Mexico, Central America, northern South America, and parts of U.S.-controlled oceanic airspace.
Key Details: • Warning effective immediately and lasts until at least March 17. • Caution advised for flights over western Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. • Potential GNSS interference may include jamming or spoofing of signals.