PAA extends airspace prohibition on Indian aircraft until May 24
The Pakistan Airports Body (PAA) on Tuesday once again extended the prohibition on Indian aircraft using its airspace, marking one year of continuous
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PAA extends airspace prohibition on Indian aircraft until May 24
The Pakistan Airports Body (PAA) on Tuesday once again extended the prohibition on Indian aircraft using its airspace, marking one year of continuous restrictions following the Pahalgam event in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
Pakistan has kept its airspace closed to Indian aircraft since April 2025, when tensions between the two countries sharply escalated after an assault in Pahalgam.
New Delhi had alleged Islamabad’s involvement in the event without presenting proof. Pakistan rejected the allegation and offered to backing a neutral probe.
According to a fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued today, the PAA stated that Pakistan’s airspace would remain closed to all aircraft registered in India.
The limit also applies to planes operated, owned or leased by Indian airlines or operators, including legal defence team flights, the NOTAM further stated.
The prohibition covers both of Pakistan’s Flight Information Regions — Karachi and Lahore — as outlined in documentation by the Pakistan Civil Aviation Body.
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