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According to FreightWaves, Atlas Air and ABX Air have formally requested authorization from the U.S. government to commence cargo flights to Venezuela. The move represents an effort to tap into commercial aviation opportunities in the South American nation, which has been largely restricted from regular U.S. carrier operations.
Venezuela has long remained off-limits for most commercial U.S. aviation due to geopolitical tensions and diplomatic restrictions. The request by the two freight carriers signals potential changes in the regulatory landscape governing air transport between the two countries, though approval would require government clearance through appropriate federal agencies.
Both carriers are among the largest cargo operators in North America, and their interest in Venezuelan routes underscores the potential commercial value of reopening air cargo corridors in the region. The outcome of their petition could have broader implications for U.S.-Venezuela trade relations and the logistics industry.
