The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the reopening of all flights to and from El Paso International Airport in Texas after a temporary closure due to 'special security reasons.' The FAA clarified that the airspace restriction, which had been implemented on February 10, would be lifted because there is no threat to commercial aviation, allowing normal flight operations to resume. This announcement was made via the FAA's social media account on platform X.

The temporary closure had been scheduled to last from 23:30 on February 10 until 23:30 on February 20. The FAA communicated that it would be monitoring the airspace situation closely and urged travelers to contact their airlines for the latest flight information. The extension of the flight restriction was likely to affect numerous passengers and airlines operating in the region during this period.

The reopening of the airspace over El Paso signifies a return to normalcy for the airport and its services, alleviating concerns for travelers and airlines alike. The FAA's decision also indicates confidence in the safety of air travel in the area, and it reflects a proactive approach to addressing brief security concerns while maintaining the flow of aviation.