Pakistan partially closes Karachi, Lahore airspace till May 31
Pakistan partially closes Karachi, Lahore airspace till May 31
Pakistan's aviation authorities have announced a temporary closure of specific airspace sections over Karachi and Lahore from May 1 to May 31, 2025, citing security concerns. This precautionary measure, implemented daily between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM, necessitates flight adjustments, including cancellations by Pakistan International Airlines. The closure occurs amidst heightened regional tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack in India.
Pakistan's aviation authorities have announced a temporary closure of specific airspace sections over Karachi and Lahore from May 1 to May 31, 2025, citing security concerns. This precautionary measure, implemented daily between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM, necessitates flight adjustments, including cancellations by Pakistan International Airlines. The closure occurs amidst heightened regional tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack in India.