Pakistan on Tuesday extended airspace ban on Indian aircraft for another month, i.e., until February 23, 2026.
Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) also issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) with the approval of the federal government, confirming that Pakistan’s airspace will remain closed to Indian aircraft until February 23, 2026.
According to the NOTAM, all Indian-registered passenger aircraft, military planes, and private jets are prohibited from transiting through Pakistan’s airspace.
The restriction applies uniformly, regardless of the purpose or destination of the flight.
Pakistan first closed its airspace to Indian aircraft on April 23, 2025, a move that significantly impacted flight routes for Indian airlines, forcing them to take longer and more costly alternative paths.
Since then, the restriction has been extended periodically through official notifications.
