Daijiworld Media Network – Islamabad/New Delhi

Islamabad/New Delhi, Jan 21: Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft from entering its airspace until February 24, continuing a closure that has now lasted for 10 months. The restriction was first imposed in April 2025 following the Pahalgam terror attack, with India responding by imposing a similar ban on Pakistani airlines.

The Pakistan Airports Authority, in its latest NOTAM (Notice to Airmen), confirmed that the airspace closure applies to all India-registered aircraft as well as planes operated, owned, or leased by Indian airlines, including military flights. The restriction covers both Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions (FIRs) and extends from ground level to unlimited altitude.

The extended ban continues to affect commercial aviation between the two nations, compelling airlines to take longer alternate routes, increasing flight times and operational costs. The move highlights the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan and its impact on civil aviation in the region.