World Business Report Half of Venezuela flights cancelled
Nov 26, 2025
Maricela Luisa, President of Venezuela's Tourism Council, discusses the alarming half of all flights in and out of Venezuela being canceled, highlighting the economic fallout and strain on airports. Bruce Schneier, a renowned computer security expert from Harvard, provides a fascinating look at a misplaced passkey incident that left a major internet security firm in trouble. He shares essential advice on key management and backup strategies to prevent future mishaps, making this podcast both informative and engaging!
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Venezuela Cut Off From Much Of The World
- Venezuela has already lost about half of its weekly international flights amid safety concerns and airline cancellations.
- The loss severs Europe connectivity and leaves only limited links to nearby hubs, stranding thousands of passengers.
An Empty Airport And Thousands Stranded
- Maricela Luisa described arriving at an unusually empty airport after one of the last inbound flights.
- She estimated about 46 international flights lost from a typical weekly 100, meaning thousands must be rebooked.
Flight Decisions Aren't Just Commercial
- Airlines face complex operational and regulatory pressures when deciding to cancel or resume routes.
- Decisions involve multiple actors including airlines, unions and civil aviation authorities, making swift resolution difficult.