United Airlines is set to return to Venezuela this summer, restoring nonstop service between its Houston hub and Caracas for the first time since 2017. Beginning August 11, the carrier will operate daily flights between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS), pending government approval.

American Airlines (AA) announced plans to resume daily nonstop service between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Caracas’ Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) as early as April 30, marking a significant step toward restoring air connectivity between the United States and Venezuela after more than six years.

Cuba’s aviation sector has ground to a near-halt this week as the island faces a critical shortage of Jet A-1 fuel, forcing major international airlines to suspend operations or implement emergency refueling stops in third countries.

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a safety alert to airlines, highlighting the growing risks posed by lithium batteries carried by passengers and crew members onboard commercial aircraft.

As the carrier faces the prospect of a major flight attendant strike this weekend.