KARACHI – Pakistan has extended the closure of its airspace for Indian aircraft until November 23, according to a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) on Wednesday.
The latest directive continues the restrictions imposed earlier this year, which bar Indian-registered aircraft, leased planes, and all Indian airlines and operators from using Pakistani airspace.
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The move follows the escalation of tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi after India carried out an attack inside Pakistani territory in May. In response, Pakistan shut its airspace to Indian flights, citing national security and the safety of its airspace.
Officials said the restriction remains necessary due to the volatile regional security environment, and the PAA will continue to assess the situation before any reconsideration of the ban.
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The ongoing closure has severely impacted Indian carriers, which have reportedly incurred losses worth billions of rupees due to longer flight routes and higher operational costs on international flights, particularly those heading westward to Europe and the Middle East.
Aviation experts believe that the decision underscores the continuing diplomatic strain between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, despite recent calls from global partners for de-escalation and renewed dialogue.