American Airlines announced Thursday it plans to reinstate nonstop service between the U.S. and Venezuela, signaling a broader thaw in commercial and travel ties between the two nations.

American Airlines plans to resume daily service to Venezuela, becoming the first U.S. carrier to publicly signal readiness to restart flights after nearly seven years.

Spanish carrier Air Europa extends the suspension of its flights between Madrid and Caracas through February 14, 2026.

American is working with the U.S. federal government on a security assessment and to obtain the necessary permissions.