FAA halts all flights at El Paso airport for 10 days citing ‘special security reasons’

The FAA has imposed a 10-day flight restriction over El Paso International Airport and parts of southern New Mexico due to "special security reasons." All flights are grounded, with the federal government warning of potential deadly force against any aircraft violating the restricted airspace. Officials expressed surprise and lack of clear information regarding the unprecedented shutdown.

FAA halts all flights at El Paso airport for 10 days citing ‘special security reasons’
The FAA has imposed a 10-day flight restriction over El Paso International Airport and parts of southern New Mexico due to "special security reasons." All flights are grounded, with the federal government warning of potential deadly force against any aircraft violating the restricted airspace. Officials expressed surprise and lack of clear information regarding the unprecedented shutdown.