Pakistan airspace ban for Indian planes extended

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RAWALPINDI: Pakis­t­­an has extended its airs­p­ace ban for Indian aircraft until Oct 24, according to a Notice to Airmen (Not­am) issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA).

The previous extension of the ban was set to expire on Sept 24. “Pakistan airspace not available for Indian registered aircraft and aircraft operated/owned or leased by Indian airlines/operators, including military flights,” the Notam said.

According to the notice, the extension came into ef­­fect at 10:45am on Wed­n­e­sday and will remain until 04:59am on Oct 24, 2026.

Published in Dawn, September 17th, 2026

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