In the wake of significant political changes in Venezuela, three airlines have decided to restart their flight services to the country. Air Europa, Plus Ultra, and LATAM have all announced their plans to resume flights after a month-long hiatus due to safety concerns linked to military activity in the region. Air Europa has scheduled its first flight to resume on February 17, followed by confirmed flights on February 20 and February 22. These announcements mark a pivotal moment in aviation relations between the United States and Venezuela following the recent political shift.

The recent military bombings and the capture of former president Nicolás Maduro have created a new environment conducive to reopening air travel. The reactivation of flights by these airlines follows the lifting of a ban by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which had been imposed due to security risks in the area. This oversight change indicates a possible thawing of tensions and communication between the U.S. and the new Venezuelan government led by Delcy Rodríguez.

The return of these airlines provides hope for improved connectivity for Venezuelans facing isolation due to political turmoil. It opens the door not only for tourism and business opportunities but also for the Venezuelan diaspora seeking to return home. The involvement of U.S. backed airlines suggests a further intertwining of international transport dynamics with the political situation in Venezuela.