Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Aircraft Until February 24

Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using its airspace until February 24, continuing restrictions that began in April last year following the Pahalgam attack. The ban covers all India-registered planes, including those owned or operated by Indian airlines and military flights, across Pakistan's Karachi and Lahore flight information regions. India has imposed a reciprocal ban on Pakistani aircraft. The closure has increased operational costs and flight durations for Indian carriers, affecting airlines like Air India and IndiGo.