Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Pilots' Group Urges Flight Suspension to Middle East
The Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA India) has asked the government to stop flights to the Middle East, including places like Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
They say the area is becoming more dangerous because of conflicts like the one between the US and Iran.
The pilots are worried about things like missiles, GPS problems, and changing airspace rules.
They want a detailed safety check before flights resume.
ALPA India urges suspension of flights to the Middle East due to security concerns.
The request follows a previous appeal in March 2024.
Conflicts like the US-Iran situation are cited as reasons for the deteriorating security environment.
Pilots highlight risks such as missile engagements, GPS interference, and rapidly changing airspace restrictions.
ALPA India calls for a comprehensive threat assessment before resuming flights.
- Who
- Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA India)
- What
- Urged suspension of Indian flights to the Middle East
- When
- March 2024 and renewed in recent days
- Where
- Middle East, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- Why
- Due to deteriorating security situation and increasing risks to civil aviation
Pilots' Association
Government Authorities
Suspension of Flights
Pilots' Association
ALPA India urges immediate suspension of flights to the Middle East due to security concerns.
Government Authorities
Government authorities have not yet publicly responded to the request.
- Organization
- Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA India)
- Regulatory Body
- Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
- Affected Regions
- Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other Gulf destinations
- Conflict Involved
- US-Iran conflict
- Date of Request
- March 2024