U.S. Bans All Flights To Cuba — Except Those That Land In Havana

The US announced a new policy banning flights to nine Cuban airports, excluding Havana, starting in December. This decision, requested by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, aims to increase economic pressure on Cuba for its repression and support of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. Cuban Foreign Affairs Minister Bruno Rodriguez condemned the move, highlighting its impact on US-Cuba relations. Airlines like American Airlines and JetBlue plan to comply with the restrictions, with a 45-day grace period to adjust their operations.

What is the main reason for the US suspending flights to nine Cuban airports?

• To improve tourism in Havana

• To strengthen economic consequences on the Cuban regime

• To support Cuban economic growth

• To increase US airline profits

Which Cuban city is NOT affected by the new US flight restrictions?

• Varadero

• Santiago de Cuba

• Havana

• Camagüey

What was Cuba's Foreign Affairs Minister's reaction to the US flight restrictions?

• He requested more restrictions

• He supported the measures

• He strongly rejected the measures

• He was indifferent to the measures

What is the grace period given to airlines to adjust to the new restrictions?

• 30 days

• 60 days

• 45 days

• 90 days

Which airlines have stated their intention to comply with the new US restrictions?

• Alaska Airlines and Frontier

• Southwest and Spirit

• American Airlines and JetBlue

• Delta and United