El Paso Airport Closes Due to Drone Activity from Mexican Cartel

February 11, 2026 • Google News World

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El Paso Airport Airspace Closure Lifted by FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted its airspace closure at El Paso International Airport, which was implemented for 10 days. The closure was initially put in place due to a breach of airspace by Mexican cartel drones.

According to reports, the Trump administration had blamed the drone breach on Mexican cartels. However, the FAA has since announced that it will be lifting the airspace closure.

The FAA stated that the decision to lift the closure was made after assessing the situation and determining that it was safe for flights to resume. The agency did not provide further details on the incident or the actions taken by law enforcement agencies.

Flights had been grounded at El Paso International Airport since [date] due to the airspace breach. The closure had caused disruptions to air travel in the region.

The FAA has a history of implementing airspace closures when there are concerns about security threats, such as drone breaches. In this case, the agency took swift action to protect public safety and ensure that flights could resume safely.

The incident highlights the ongoing challenges posed by drone technology and the need for continued vigilance from law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies.

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