Pakistan has issued a notice blocking several air traffic routes across the country, hinting at a possible missile test or military exercise. The central region will be affected on 22 August 2025, while the southern region will face restrictions from 20 to 26 August 2025.
Pakistan also issues a notam extending its airspace closure for Indian registered aircraft, operated/owned or leased by Indian airlines/operators including military flights till 23 Sept 2025 (Estimated)
Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on Indian-registered aircraft, including commercial and military flights, until September 23, 2025, through a fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). The move means airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet will continue to face longer routes, higher fuel costs, and delays on international flights. Air India has already estimated losses of around $600 million annually because of the detours and has sought government assistance. On the other side, Pakistan’s aviation sector is also taking a hit, losing nearly ₹123 crore in revenue from overflight fees in just two months after imposing the restrictions. The airspace closure, first enforced in April 2025 following heightened tensions after India’s Operation Sindoor, continues to disrupt connectivity, with flights now rerouted through Iran, Central Asia, or northern corridors to Europe and the U.S. Both countries have repeatedly extended these bans, and the latest decision signals that air travel between India and Pakistan is unlikely to return to normal anytime soon.