In the wake of heightened military tensions between Pakistan and India, Pakistan has extended its airspace closure for all flights until 12:00 pm on Sunday, May 11, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed Saturday.
According to the 24NewsHD TV channel, the decision follows India’s missile attacks on Pakistani airbases, including Nur Khan Airbase near Islamabad and Shorkot Airbase in central Punjab.
The Pakistani military has since launched retaliatory strikes in an “eye for an eye” response under the name of "Operation Bunyan un Marsoos", targeting Indian military facilities used in the aggression.
According to a fresh official NOTAM (Notice to Airmen), airspace across Pakistan was initially closed from 3:15 am to 12:00 am on Saturday, May 10, but has now been extended by an additional 24 hours due to continuing security concerns.
“All civilian flights—both domestic and international—are suspended across Pakistani airspace,” a PAA spokesperson told the 24NewsHD TV channel. “Airlines have been instructed to reschedule operations, and airport authorities remain on high alert nationwide.”
The closure is seen as a critical security precaution amid escalating cross-border hostilities that have shaken the region and drawn attention from the international community. Airspace lockdowns of this nature are rare and typically signify elevated military readiness.
Reporter: Saeed Ahmad Saeed