SBA Airlines (Caracas Simón Bolivar) has terminated its only international longhaul route - to Tenerife Norte - until further notice. While the Venezuelan carrier has offered no specific reasons for the suspension, it is believed it is linked to the country's foreign currency crisis.
Earlier this year, SBA suspended its Tenerife Norte operations when it a lack of foreign exchange hampered its ability to buy spare parts and pay for MRO services.
As it stands, SBA still serves Miami International and Panamá City Tocumen International using a fleet of three B757-200s, two MD-83s and two B767-300(ER)s both of which are currently undergoing maintenance in México City International.
