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Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
US threatens Mexican flights over cargo, competition issues
The Trump administration said on Saturday it will take action against Mexico after the Mexican government cut flight slots and forced cargo carriers to relocate operations in Mexico City, affecting US airlines. US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said in a statement the department could disapprove flight requests from Mexico if the government fails to address US concerns over decisions made in 2022 and 2023. The Department of Transportation is also proposing to withdraw antitrust immunity from Delta Air Lines' joint venture with Aeromexico to address competitive issues. Mexico is the most popular international destination for US airline travelers. Delta said if the DOT withdraws approval, it "would cause significant harm to consumers traveling between the US and Mexico, as well as US jobs, communities, and transborder competition." Aeromexico said it was preparing a joint response to the order, which it plans to issue in the coming days. The DOT alleges Mexico has violated a bilateral air agreement by slashing slots for passenger flights and forcing all-cargo carriers to relocate operations. Then-President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador defended the decisions, arguing that the capital's main airport was too crowded and that the new, farther-away Felipe Angeles International Airport could handle the extra traffic. Officials are rushing to renovate the aging Benito Juarez International Airport ahead of next year's World Cup, for which Mexico is a host country. "By restricting slots and mandating that all-cargo operations move out of MEX, Mexico has broken its promise, disrupted the market, and left American businesses holding the bag for millions in increased costs," the DOT said. The AIFA is already at full capacity for cargo handling and needs to be expanded. For passenger flights, it lags far behind MEX as transportation to and from the city remains spotty. "The move not only disrupted critical air cargo operations and set a dangerous precedent for how all-cargo carriers may be treated in global markets, it also created uncertainty about how potential safety emergencies could be handled," said the Cargo Airline Association, which represents major UScargo carriers. Mexico's Transportation Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The DOT issued orders requiring Mexican airlines to file schedules with the department for all their US operations by a late-July deadline while requiring prior US approval for large charter flights to or from the US. Airlines set to be affected by the measures, including Volaris and Viva Aerobus, did not immediately respond to requests for comment. If the US rescinds antitrust approval for Delta and Aeromexico, they would be required to end their cooperation on pricing, capacity, and revenue sharing. Delta would be able to retain its equity stake in Aeromexico and continue other aspects of its partnership.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
US threatens Mexican flights over cargo, competition issues
The DOT alleges Mexico has violated a bilateral air agreement by slashing slots for passenger flights and forcing all-cargo carriers to relocate operations. WASHINGTON/MEXICO CITY - The Trump administration said on July 19 that it will take action against Mexico after the Mexican government cut flight slots and forced cargo carriers to relocate operations in Mexico City, affecting US airlines. US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said in a statement the department could disapprove flight requests from Mexico if the government fails to address US concerns over decisions made in 2022 and 2023. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is also proposing to withdraw antitrust immunity from Delta Air Lines' joint venture with Aeromexico to address competitive issues. Mexico is the most popular international destination for US airline travellers. Delta said if the DOT withdraws approval, it 'would cause significant harm to consumers traveling between the US and Mexico, as well as US jobs, communities, and trans-border competition'. Aeromexico said it was preparing a joint response to the order, which it plans to issue in the coming days. Mexico City shake-up The DOT alleges Mexico has violated a bilateral air agreement by slashing slots for passenger flights and forcing all-cargo carriers to relocate operations. Then-President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador defended the decisions, arguing that the capital's main airport was too crowded and that the new, farther-away Felipe Angeles International Airport (Aifa) could handle the extra traffic. Officials are rushing to renovate the ageing Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) ahead of next year's football World Cup, for which Mexico is a host country. 'By restricting slots and mandating that all-cargo operations move out of MEX, Mexico has broken its promise, disrupted the market, and left American businesses holding the bag for millions in increased costs,' the DOT said. The Aifa is already at full capacity for cargo handling and needs to be expanded. For passenger flights, it lags far behind MEX as transportation to and from the city remains spotty. 'The move not only disrupted critical air cargo operations and set a dangerous precedent for how all-cargo carriers may be treated in global markets, it also created uncertainty about how potential safety emergencies could be handled,' said the Cargo Airline Association, which represents major UScargo carriers. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Tampines regional centre set to get more homes, offices and public amenities Multimedia How to make the most out of small homes in Singapore Life US tech CEO Andy Byron resigns after viral Coldplay 'kiss cam' video Asia From toy to threat: 'Killer kites' bring chaos to Indonesian airspace Opinion I thought I was a 'chill' parent. Then came P1 registration Singapore 'God and government are the only things beyond our control,' says Group CEO Business Me and My Money: He overcomes a $100k setback to build a thriving online tuition business Asia At least 34 killed as tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam's Halong Bay Mexico's Transportation Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The measures The DOT issued orders requiring Mexican airlines to file schedules with the department for all their US operations by a late-July deadline while requiring prior US approval for large charter flights to or from the United States. Airlines set to be affected by the measures, including Volaris and Viva Aerobus, did not immediately respond to requests for comment. If the US rescinds antitrust approval for Delta and Aeromexico, they would be required to end their cooperation on pricing, capacity, and revenue sharing. Delta would be able to retain its equity stake in Aeromexico and continue other aspects of its partnership. The DOT also said it could take action against European countries over limitations at airports. REUTERS
