The Trump administration stated it revoked approval of 13 Mexican airline routes into the U.S. this week after Mexico illegally canceled and froze U.S. provider flights “for three years without consequences.”
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy issued a brand new order that can “slash 13 current or planned routes by Mexican carriers into the United States,” in keeping with the Division of Transportation. It comes after Duffy, in July, “put Mexico on notice for its blatant disregard of the 2015 U.S.-Mexico Air Transport Agreement and its ongoing anti-competitive behavior.”
“Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg were too weak to stand up to Mexico when they walked all over our bilateral aviation agreement. These deals are binding, and like our trade agreements, President Trump is going to put America First and enforce them,” Duffy stated in a press release. “Until Mexico stops the games and honors its commitments, we will continue to hold them accountable. No country should be able to take advantage of our carriers, our market, and our flyers without repercussions.”
The disapproved routes contain airports servicing Mexico Metropolis.
MAJOR US AIRPORTS FACE GROUND STOPS AND FLIGHT DELAYS AMID ONGOING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN
A Volaris airplane is seen on the Felipe Angeles Worldwide airport in Zumpango, on the outskirts of Mexico Metropolis, Mexico, on Aug. 25, 2022. (Henry Romero/Reuters / Reuters)
The impacted routes embody:
An Aeroméxico service between Benito Juarez Worldwide Airport (MEX) and San Juan, Puerto RicoA Volaris service between Benito Juárez Worldwide Airport and NewarkViva Aerobus proposed companies between Felipe Angeles Worldwide Airport (NLU) and Austin, New York, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami and OrlandoAeroméxico companies between Felipe Angeles Worldwide Airport and Houston and McAllen.
“The Department understands that the government of Mexico’s continued non-compliance may impact travel plans for American citizens. Passengers should contact their carrier for specific re-accommodation information,” the Division of Transportation added.
“In addition to these actions, Secretary Duffy is also proposing a prohibition of Mexican passenger airlines from transporting belly cargo between MEX and the United States. This action would take effect 108 business days after it is finalized,” it additionally stated.
AMERICAN AIRLINES JET CANCELS TAKEOFF AFTER LAX RUNWAY INCURSION
An Aeroméxico plane is parked after the U.S. revoked approval for 13 Mexican airline routes and canceled mixed passenger and cargo flights, at Felipe Angeles Worldwide Airport (AIFA) in Zumpango, Mexico, on Oct. 29, 2025. (Henry Romero/Reuters / Reuters)
The Division of Transportation famous, “Mexico has illegally canceled and frozen U.S. carrier flights for three years without consequences,” and, “All the while, Mexican carriers have been adding new routes and services between MEX and the United States.”
“Mexico has not been in compliance with the bilateral agreement since 2022 when it abruptly rescinded U.S. passenger carriers’ slots and then forced U.S. all-cargo carriers to relocate operations,” the division continued. “Mexico claimed its actions were temporary to allow for construction to alleviate congestion at Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) that has yet to materialize three years later. By restricting slots and mandating that all-cargo operations move out of MEX, Mexico has broken its promise, disrupted the market, and left American businesses holding the bag for millions in increased costs.”
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy holds a press convention on the affect of the federal government shutdown on air journey at LaGuardia Airport in New York Metropolis on Oct. 28, 2025. (Shannon Stapleton/Reuters / Reuters)
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Wednesday stated she disagreed with the Trump administration’s strikes and can request a gathering between Mexico’s overseas minister and Duffy to assessment the matter, in keeping with Reuters, which added that she is hopeful a deal might be reached.
