U.S. State Department Signals Possible Limited Resumption of Commercial Flights From Socotra
- 2026-01-07 05:22:05
The U.S. Department of State has reported receiving information indicating a possible limited resumption of commercial flights from Socotra, including Yemenia Airways flights to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
According to the statement, tickets for these flights would be available directly through the Yemenia Airways office in Socotra, should operations resume.
The Department cautioned that airport operations and airline services may change without prior notice or with short notice, given current conditions. U.S. citizens were advised to contact airlines or travel organizers directly to obtain the most up-to-date information regarding flight availability and schedules before making travel plans.
This development comes amid ongoing disruptions to air traffic to and from Socotra, driven by persistent operational and security challenges.
