The updated NOTAM will provide details regarding the extended ban, which applies exclusively to Indian aircraft.
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban for Indian Aircrafts. Pakistan has decided to prolong the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft for an additional month, with a formal Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) expected to be issued later today to confirm the extension.
This restriction was first implemented on April 24, following heightened tensions between the two countries. It was later extended on May 23 for a month. As the current NOTAM expires today, authorities have opted to continue the ban through the next month to maintain national airspace security.
The updated NOTAM will provide details regarding the extended ban, which applies exclusively to Indian aircraft. However, Pakistan’s airspace remains open to all other international air traffic, ensuring global aviation routes remain largely unaffected.
The continued closure has compelled Indian carriers to reroute, resulting in longer flight paths and increased operational costs. The measure is part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to safeguard its territorial and aviation integrity amid ongoing bilateral tensions.
