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🌎 Tensions between Venezuela and the United States have intensified. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's administration has involved the International Civil Aviation Organization (Icao) following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to close Venezuelan airspace, a move criticized by Venezuelan Transport Minister Ramón Velásquez Araguayán. He stated that Trump lacked authority in this matter, emphasizing that only the National Institute of Civil Aviation (Inac) regulates Venezuela's airspace. Meanwhile, CNN reports Maduro’s recent public appearance, quelling escape rumors.

🌎 Cisalpina Tours International aims for international expansion by 2025, projecting revenues of €545 million, up from €300 million in 2015. Foreign branches are set to generate €80 million. With a 5.7% increase in volumes and a 27% client growth, the company maintains a 98% retention rate. It operates in 9 countries with 800 employees. By 2026, plans include expansion into the Far and Middle East and the launch of concierge services.

✈ Iberia, a Spanish airline, has extended its flight suspension to Venezuela until December 31. This decision follows advice from the Spanish Aviation Safety Agency due to tensions between Venezuela's government and the U.S. Passengers can change flight dates, destinations, or request refunds. Iberia is the first Spanish carrier to cancel flights to Venezuela after the agency's recommendation.

🛩 Wizz Air, after identifying that some of its aircraft were among over 6,500 Airbus A320s needing a software update, successfully implemented the update overnight between Friday and Saturday. All flights remain operational without further disruptions. Diarmuid O Conghaile, Wizz Air's COO, emphasized safety as the top priority and praised staff for their dedication in completing the updates efficiently to ensure passengers travel as planned.

🛫 Royal Jordanian Airlines is expanding its non-core business to boost revenue amid increased travel to Jordan. Following a ceasefire in Gaza, Italian bookings surged, filling flights for New Year's with many groups confirmed for early 2026. The airline plans extra Christmas flights, adding to five weekly routes from Milan and daily ones from Rome to Amman. Over nine months, cash flow improved, earning $45 million with a 95.39% on-time rate, aided by new aircraft, aiming for 41 by 2028.