Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Aircraft Until May 2026
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban For Indian Aircrafts Till May 24
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The Pakistan Airport Authority has extended its airspace ban on Indian aircraft until May 24, 2026, affecting both commercial and military flights. This decision follows a previous ban initiated after the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025, which heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
- 01Pakistan's airspace ban on Indian aircraft is extended until May 24, 2026.
- 02The ban affects both Karachi and Lahore flight information regions.
- 03Reciprocal airspace bans have been imposed monthly since the initial ban in April 2025.
- 04Approximately 800 weekly flights operated by Indian airlines are impacted.
- 05The extension follows increased tensions due to the Pahalgam terror attack.
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The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) announced an extension of its airspace ban on Indian aircraft until May 24, 2026. This ban applies to all Indian-registered aircraft, including military flights, and covers the Karachi (OPKR) and Lahore (OPLR) flight information regions. The initial ban was implemented on April 23, 2025, following the Pahalgam terror attack that resulted in 26 fatalities. The airspace restrictions have been renewed monthly, with Pakistan's latest notice expected to prompt India to reciprocate by extending its own ban on Pakistani carriers. The ongoing restrictions affect around 800 weekly flights from Indian airports to destinations in West Asia, Europe, the UK, the Caucasus, and eastern North America.
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The airspace ban disrupts travel plans for passengers and cargo, affecting trade and tourism between India and various international destinations.
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