Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Aircraft Until February 24

Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on Indian aircraft until February 24, continuing restrictions first imposed in April last year following the Pahalgam attack. The ban covers all India-registered and Indian-operated aircraft, including military flights, across Pakistan's Karachi and Lahore flight information regions. India has imposed a reciprocal ban on Pakistani aircraft. The ongoing closure affects Indian airlines operationally and financially due to longer routes and increased fuel costs, with an Indian extension expected soon.