What we know after the sudden FAA shutdown of El Paso's airspace
More details are emerging about the sudden shutdown of El Paso's airspace involving the federal government. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Last updated: 2026-02-12 20:40:05 ET
More details are emerging about the sudden shutdown of El Paso's airspace involving the federal government. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
El Paso airspace closure was reportedly triggered by the CBP’s use of an anti-drone laser
The FAA's decision to shut down the El Paso airspace for "special security reasons" lasted about eight hours on Wednesday. Government officials and local leaders say they weren't notified of the decision. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The sudden 10-day closure of El Paso's airspace reportedly followed a spat over drone technology testing by the US military.
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Pentagon officials had undertaken planning to use military technology near Fort Bliss, in El Paso, to practice downing drones.