Cuba has informed airlines that there will be no jet fuel supply for one month due to an energy crisis, affecting long-haul flights that will require technical stops for refueling.
Cuba's Civil Aviation Authority has announced to international airlines that jet fuel supplies will be suspended for one month starting from February 10, 00:00 local time, as a result of an ongoing energy crisis in the country. This suspension is expected to significantly impact airlines operating long-haul flights, which will now need to make technical stops at other airports for refueling on their return trips. A European airline official disclosed this information under the condition of anonymity.
The implications are considerable, as Cuba's energy crisis has been affecting various sectors including tourism and international travel, both vital to the Cuban economy. Airlines will need to adjust their flight schedules and routes to account for the lack of fuel, leading to potential delays and increased operational costs. This shortage may prompt some airlines to reconsider or even suspend their routes to the island during this period.
This announcement highlights the broader challenges that Cuba is facing with its energy infrastructure and the need for international assistance and improvements in their oil supply chain. As the situation escalates, it raises concerns about the stability of operations within Cuban airspace and the global implications for tourism and international relations with Cuba.
