The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has lifted its earlier 48-hour Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) regarding the temporary closure of Pakistani airspace, signaling a return to normal flight operations over key cities like Lahore and Karachi. The CAA issued a new NOTAM confirming the cancellation of the restriction on airspace access, allowing both domestic and international flights to resume through previously affected air corridors.
This move follows precautionary measures taken in response to heightened regional tensions, which had led to the temporary suspension of flights. However, the CAA clarified that airlines will have the final say on flight schedules and routing, and passengers are encouraged to stay in touch with their respective airlines for real-time updates.
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Flight operations at major airports, including Karachi’s Jinnah International and Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International, have now resumed, although airlines may adjust schedules based on operational needs and assessments. Passengers are advised to remain vigilant and follow communications from their airlines to avoid any inconvenience.
Prior to this, Pakistan had temporarily closed its airspace for 48 hours, halting both domestic and international flights across airports, including those in Lahore, Karachi, Faisalabad, Sialkot, and Quetta. Islamabad International Airport was fully shut down, with flights diverted to Karachi. The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) canceled all flights for 12 hours, citing operational reasons due to the prevailing security situation.
Sialkot International Airport also temporarily ceased operations for safety reasons. Authorities have advised passengers to avoid the airport and stay updated through airline channels as the situation continues to evolve.
