India Extends Airspace Closure for Pakistan Aircraft Till October 24, continuing restrictions imposed after the Pahalgam terror attack. The move affects both civilian and military planes. India announced the decision through a fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued on September 23.
The neighbouring country has also responded in kind. Pakistan has closed its airspace for Indian aircraft till October 24. India Extends Airspace Closure for Pakistan Aircraft Till October 24 under the same conditions, covering all planes registered, operated, or leased by Pakistan airlines and operators, including military flights.
Both countries have enforced restrictions since April 30, following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22. Since then, the NOTAMs have been extended several times, tightening air connectivity between the two nations.
According to India’s NOTAM, the closure will remain effective till 2359 hours (UTC) on October 23, which is 5:30 a.m. IST on October 24. This means Pakistan-registered aircraft will not have access to Indian airspace until then.
A NOTAM is an aviation notice that provides critical information for personnel involved in flight operations. With both India and Pakistan issuing simultaneous notices, normal air traffic between the two countries remains suspended.
