Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on Indian flights for another month.
Indian-registered aircraft will remain prohibited from using Pakistani airspace during this period.
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has issued a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), extending the restriction until August 24, 2026.
According to the NOTAM, the restriction applies to all aircraft registered in India, as well as those operated, owned, or leased by Indian airlines or operators, including military aircraft. The ban will remain in effect until August 24, 2026.
It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan first imposed the airspace ban on Indian flights last year.
Tensions between the two countries escalated after India carried out strikes on several Pakistani cities on May 6 and 7, 2025. In response, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan um Marsoos, targeting multiple Indian military sites.
On May 10, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced that a ceasefire had been reached following intense diplomatic efforts. Minutes later, the agreement was confirmed by Pakistan.
Pakistan’s ban has affected carriers such as Air India, which operate long-haul flights to Europe and North America and have been under financial pressure due to the restriction.
The airspace closure has affected both countries, but Indian airlines have faced much higher financial losses, while Pakistan’s aviation sector has seen relatively less impact.