An American Airlines flight, which operated the route between Medellín and Miami, landed at the Miami International Airport with bullet holes found in one of its wings during a routine inspection. The Colombian Civil Aviation (Aerocivil) stated that they had not received any formal notification regarding this incident. They highlighted that, based on the known reports, the aircraft was inspected for damage which revealed perforations on its right wing after landing in Miami last Monday.

Aerocivil further clarified that, despite the aircraft's landing and subsequent inspection, no formal communication regarding the bullet impacts has been received from the American Airlines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States, which are the relevant authorities in this matter. This raises concerns about protocols for communication between airlines and aviation authorities, especially concerning safety and security issues.

The American Airlines aircraft involved in this incident, a Boeing 737 MAX 8, reportedly flew from Miami to Medellín before the inspection revealed the bullet damage. This incident not only poses safety ramifications for air travel in the region but also sparks questions about the security measures in place and the responsibilities of air operators in notifying relevant authorities about potential threats or actual incidents during flights. The lack of communication may have significant implications for international aviation relations and safety protocols.