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American Airlines Takes Steps Toward Reinstating Venezuela Service

American Airlines is exploring the possibility of resuming flights to Venezuela following the temporary lifting of some U.S. sanctions. The carrier has formally asked the U.S. Department of Transportation for a waiver to hold its dormant route authorities for Miami-Caracas and Miami-Maracaibo. This move signals the airline's readiness to restart service, which was suspended in 2019 due to security and political instability. Any potential restart remains contingent on the U.S. government determining that conditions in Venezuela are safe for airline operations. The request highlights a potential reopening of a significant, previously suspended market for U.S. carriers.

Official Source: https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airports-networks/american-airlines-moves-closer-restarting-venezuela-service