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Iberia extends suspension of flights to Cuba until June 2027
Iberia announced the extension of its flight suspension to Cuba until June 2027 due to the energy crisis on the island.
The airline Iberia has announced that it will maintain the suspension of its flights to Cuba until June 2027. The decision was made in response to the energy crisis affecting the island, complicating air operations and tourism.
Additionally, Iberia joins other airlines such as Air Canada and Air France, which had already implemented similar measures regarding their flights to Cuba. These decisions come amid a context where the country faces a petroleum blockade imposed by the United States since the ousting of Nicolás Maduro in January.
While Iberia suspends its flights, Air Europa, on the other hand, announced the continuation of three weekly flights to Cuba, highlighting a difference in the strategies of airlines in dealing with the current situation on the island.
Sources indicate that Iberia's decision may have a significant impact on tourism and business travel to Cuba, considering the island's dependence on the aviation sector for economic recovery following the crisis.
The situation in Cuba remains concerning, and island authorities are facing additional challenges related to infrastructure and energy supply, affecting various areas of its economy. The response of airlines may evolve as the situation in the country develops.