"A temporary flight ban has grounded all flights to and from El Paso, a major US airspace north of the US-Mexico border. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the order, issued late Tuesday, covers a 10-mile-wide area roughly five miles southwest of the city, from the ground up to 18,000 feet. It remains in effect until 11:30pm MT on February 20."
"The airport describes itself as the gateway to West Texas, southern New Mexico and northern Mexico. Southwest, United, American and Delta all operate flights there, among others. The FAA cited 'special security reasons' for the unprecedented move, designating the area a national defense zone. Pilots who fail to follow the restrictions could be stopped, questioned or detained by law enforcement or security personnel."
All flights to and from El Paso are grounded under a temporary FAA flight ban that covers a 10-mile-wide area roughly five miles southwest of the city, from the ground up to 18,000 feet. The order, issued late Tuesday, remains in effect until 11:30pm MT on February 20. El Paso’s airport serves West Texas, southern New Mexico and northern Mexico and hosts carriers including Southwest, United, American and Delta. The FAA cited 'special security reasons' and designated the area a national defense zone. Pilots who violate the restrictions may be stopped, questioned, or detained by law enforcement. The shutdown is expected to ripple through the national flight network and cause widespread disruption.
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