PAA Notam Decision Extends Ban on Indian Aircraft

Pakistan has extended restrictions on Indian-registered aircraft for another month. This PAA Notam decision keeps the ban in place until February 24, 2026. Authorities confirmed the update through an official aviation notice.
The Pakistan Airports Authority issued the notice on Tuesday. It confirmed that the restriction takes effect from January 25, 2025. The ban remains valid until 5am Pakistan Standard Time on the final date.
Officials said the decision continues an existing policy. The restriction has already remained active for the past nine months. Authorities described the extension as procedural.

Scope of the Aviation Restriction

The ban applies to all Indian-owned and operated aircraft. It also covers leased planes and military flights. Civil and defence aviation remain equally affected.
Pakistan introduced the restriction amid rising bilateral tensions. The move followed India’s suspension of a key water-sharing agreement. Diplomatic relations worsened after a deadly incident in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
India responded by closing its airspace to Pakistani carriers. Islamabad later extended its own restriction in response. Both sides maintained firm positions as tensions escalated.
During the crisis, both countries exchanged strong military signals. Pakistan claimed to have downed several fighter jets and drones. After nearly four days, a ceasefire ended the confrontation on May 10.

Scope of the Aviation Restriction

The ban applies to all Indian-owned and operated aircraft. It also covers leased planes and military flights. Civil and defence aviation remain equally affected.
Pakistan introduced the restriction amid rising bilateral tensions. The move followed India’s suspension of a key water-sharing agreement. Diplomatic relations worsened after a deadly incident in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
India responded by closing its airspace to Pakistani carriers. Islamabad later extended its own restriction in response. Both sides maintained firm positions as tensions escalated.
During the crisis, both countries exchanged strong military signals. Pakistan claimed to have downed several fighter jets and drones. After nearly four days, a ceasefire ended the confrontation on May 10.