Airports throughout Pakistan continue to function normally, according to the Airports Authority.
In the midst of heightened military tension between India and Pakistan, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) assures all airports across the nation remain operational, with the airspace staying open for civil aviation activities.
Pakistan's response to the missile strikes from India, which claimed at least 26 lives in the wee hours of Wednesday, saw the downing of five Indian jets 1. Concerns about the potential risks to civil aviation safety have been addressed to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) 2.
The PAA continues to ensure secure and uninterrupted movement of flights, both domestically and internationally, through responsible management of national airspace 2. Meanwhile, the National Security Council of Pakistan has strongly condemned India's "illegal acts" and sovereignty violations 3.
Pakistan reserves the right to retaliate when and where it deems necessary to counter the loss of innocent lives 3. In response to the situation, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) could have potentially downed at least ten Indian aircraft but exercised restraint instead 1.
Furthermore, an unfortunate incident in the Pahalgam region of Indian-occupied Kashmir has been condemned by Pakistan 1. Indian media, however, have been quick to blame Islamabad without solid evidence 1.
During periods of escalation, travelers are encouraged to stay vigilant and follow airline communications for updates on flight schedules and routing 2. Some airways in the northern OPLR/Lahore FIR remain closed due to these tensions 4.
In the midst of ongoing military exchanges, the United Nations and other international bodies have called for restraint to prevent further escalation 2. Overall, the current state of civil aviation in Pakistan remains dynamic, reflecting the ongoing volatility of the broader regional tensions.
Note: During periods of airspace restrictions, flight operations may be affected. Travelers are advised to consult with their airlines for the most recent updates on flight schedules and routing.
Despite the ongoing war-and-conflicts and political tensions between India and Pakistan, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) maintains that all airports across the nation remain operational, with the airspace staying open for civil aviation activities. stable civil aviation safety in the midst of general news edging towards war-and-conflicts has been communicated to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
