The Ministry of Defence is cautioning against the circulation of incomplete or misleading information which may cause unnecessary public concern.
In a statement, it explains that there is misinformation on social media regarding the status of T&T’s airspace, in which a partial excerpt of a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) Bulletin has been shared.
The Ministry says this is obviously designed to sensationalise an otherwise pedestrian issue and is calculated to create unnecessary chaos and hysteria.
According to the Ministry, the NOTAM is a routine security advisory issued by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and applies exclusively to US-registered aircraft operators.
In light of this, the Ministry assures that this country’s airspace remains fully open and operational.
It adds that the Piarco Flight Information Region (TTZP) and all airports continue to accommodate normal commercial and private aviation traffic.
The Ministry says Trinidad and Tobago’s aviation and security authorities are continuing to monitor the Piarco Flight Information Region in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards, ensuring the continued safety and security of all air traffic.
It says the government remains committed to safeguarding national sovereignty, aviation safety, and public confidence.
The Ministry further assures that any material change to the operating environment will be communicated through official channels.