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White House Issues Update on El Paso Air Space Closure

White House Issues Update on El Paso Air Space Closure

Summary

The White House reported that the closure of airspace over El Paso, Texas, happened because drones from Mexican drug cartels entered U.S. airspace. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has now lifted the restrictions, stating there is no longer a threat to commercial flights.

Key Facts

  • Airspace over El Paso, Texas, was closed due to drones from Mexican drug cartels.
  • The closure was announced suddenly and was initially set to last for 10 days.
  • The U.S. Department of War took steps to disable the drones.
  • The FAA confirmed there is no threat to commercial aviation and flights will resume.
  • The FAA communicated the airspace reopening via its social media account.
  • El Paso International Airport flights were temporarily halted due to the airspace closure.
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