Washington, Nov. 23 -- The United States has issued an updated aviation alert for airspace near Venezuela on the same day President Donald Trump authorised the use of a B-52 nuclear-capable bomber for what officials referred to as an "attack demo."

At 1:08 PM ET, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) circulated a Notice to Airmen cautioning pilots, airlines and air traffic personnel about a "potentially hazardous situation" arising from increased security risks and heightened military activity in and around Venezuelan airspace.

Soon after the advisory was released, the Air Force confirmed that a B-52, supported by KC-135 Stratotankers and fighter jets, conducted a bomber attack demonstration in the US Southern Command region. Offici...