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The F.A.A.’s original notice said that the closure would not affect Mexican airspace.
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FAA original notice said closure would not affect Mexican airspace
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- February 15, 2026 at 5:05 PM (6 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 5:05 PM (6 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/11/us/trump-administration-el-paso-airspace-closure-questions.html
The FAA closed El Paso's airspace after the Defense Department tested anti-drone technology without proper assessment of risks to commercial airlines. Officials dispute the Trump administration's claim that a drone incursion necessitated the closure. The closure was unusually long, raising questions about the administration's actions.
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