India and Pakistan Extend Mutual Airspace Restrictions Until September 2025 Amid Ongoing Diplomatic Strains
India and Pakistan have extended their airspace closures to each other’s aircraft, including military flights, until September 24, 2025, reflecting persistent tensions and affecting regional air travel dynamics.
India issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) extending the closure of its airspace to Pakistan-registered aircraft, including military flights, until September 24, 2025. Pakistan responded with a reciprocal NOTAM, barring Indian aircraft from its airspace. These restrictions, in place since 2019, highlight ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two nations. The announcement coincided with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Mohammed Ishaq Dar’s visit to Bangladesh on August 23, 2025, signaling active regional diplomacy despite the airspace standoff. The closures continue to disrupt air travel routes, forcing airlines to take longer paths and increasing operational costs. With no immediate resolution in sight, the restrictions underscore the challenges in normalizing bilateral relations, impacting both civilian and military aviation in the region.
