Archive · 23 Jul 2025
India Extends Airspace Ban on Pakistani Planes Until August 2025
India has decided to keep Pakistani planes from flying in its airspace for a while longer.
This means planes from Pakistan, including those run by the Pakistani government, can't fly over India.
The ban was originally put in place because of problems between India and Pakistan.
The rule was supposed to end soon, but India has decided to keep it going until August 23, 2025.
This is because of security concerns.
This restriction started after a terrorist attack.
India has extended restrictions on Pakistani aircraft entering its airspace.
The extension is in effect until August 23, 2025.
The initial restrictions were put in place due to increased tensions.
The NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) was set to expire before this extension.
The restrictions apply to Pakistan-registered aircraft and airlines.
- Who
- India and Pakistan.
- What
- Extension of restrictions on Pakistani aircraft entering Indian airspace.
- When
- Extended until August 23, 2025.
- Where
- Indian airspace.
- Why
- Due to continued strategic considerations and prevailing security protocols.
- Restriction Type
- Notice to Airmen (NOTAM)
- Effective Until
- August 23, 2025
- Applies To
- Pakistani registered aircraft and operators
- Original Reason
- Increased hostilities after the Pahalgam attack
- First NOTAM
- May 1