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Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Airlines return to Pak skies
Air traffic has returned to normal following recent disruptions caused by Pakistan-India conflict. All international airlines have resumed operations through Pakistan's airspace – except for Indian carriers, which remain restricted. Talking to media at the Lahore Press Club, Director of Public Relations for the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA), Saifullah, said that international airlines had temporarily rerouted flights during the recent escalation but have since returned to their regular routes. He confirmed that, as per the government's directive, Pakistan's airspace will remain closed to Indian airlines until June 24. Skardu Airport is being upgraded while a new system is being introduced at Chitral and Gilgit Airport. Under a new system, flight operations will continue regardless of weather conditions, said the PAA director. He said bird strike incidents had gone down by 15 per cent in Karachi, while 36 such incidents were reported in Lahore. The PAA official said the authority will run a drive in collaboration with the local governments to dispose of offal during Eidul Azha. He said that there was a policy to outsource airports. Meanwhile, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has imposed a ban on flying drones, kites, pigeons, and other objects around Islamabad Airport. The restriction is placed following bird strike incidents, which cause damage to aircraft, and will remain in effect for a month. The areas around the Noor Khan Airbase and Qasim Airbase will also come under the restriction. Deputy Commissioner Hasan Waqar Cheema has issued a notification under Section 144. Besides, there is also a ban on aerial firing for a month.
Gulf Today
13-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE airlines resume flights as Pakistan fully reopens its airspace
Air travel between Pakistan and the UAE has resumed, with flights now operating from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah airports to multiple destinations in Pakistan, following the ceasefire agreement reached between the two countries after four days of hiatus. According to the UAE aviation authorities, major airports in the Emirates have restarted operations for Pakistan-bound flights. The first flight to Islamabad is set to depart on Monday (May 12), while services to Peshawar's Bacha Khan Airport will begin on Tuesday (May 13). Earlier, Pakistan has fully reopened its airspace for all types of flights as tensions eased with India following a ceasefire agreement. The two neighbouring nations had closed their airspaces multiple times since Wednesday, when India launched missiles into Pakistan, triggering a series of hostilities. The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) has announced that the airspace has been fully restored for all types of flights and issued a fresh notice to airmen (NOTAM). "All airports in the country are available for normal flight operations," a spokesman for PAA said. He requested passengers to contact the airline for the latest flight schedule. However, the normalisation of flight operations is expected to take time as passenger aircraft and other equipment were shifted to safe locations as a precaution during escalating tensions between Pakistan and India. Officials said the aircraft are being brought back to the operational area for routine operations. The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has also resumed flight operations following the reopening of the airspace. The national carrier's flight PK750, coming from Paris to Islamabad, which was diverted and landed in Quetta early on Saturday, later returned to its original destination, said PIA spokesman Abdullah Hafeez Khan. Other operations of PIA would also resume from 10pm and all grounded or delayed flights would become operational, he said. Passengers who had returned to their homes or hotels are being contacted to return to the airport. "We apologise for the inconvenience caused to passengers due to the air closures and affected flight operations, but caution was necessary given the circumstances," the statement added. The disruption of flight operations for days stranded hundreds of travellers in Pakistan and abroad. Meanwhile, efforts to sustain the ongoing Hajj operations are being made by various airlines, which are working to ensure continuity despite operational challenges at major airports.
Mint
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
India launches ‘missile attacks' 4 airbases in Pakistan: Report
The Indian armed forces began a counter-offensive on Saturday after Pakistani drones and missiles attempted to target Indian military positions in cities along the western and northern frontiers. Sources told news agency ANI that India launched missiles and drones at four airbases in Islamabad. The Pakistani military has reported that explosions took place at three air force installations, including the Nur Khan Air Base in Rawalpindi - a strategic facility located less than 10 kilometres from Islamabad and situated next to the country's military headquarters. Following the powerful explosions, the Pakistani government shut down the country's airspace for commercial flight operations. The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) issued a notification stating that Pakistan's airspace has been closed from 3.15 am to 12 noon for all kinds of air traffic. The PAA said it will share updates at 12 noon. Several videos circulating on Pakistani media and social platforms allegedly show the Nur Khan Air Base engulfed in flames after a powerful explosion. Mint has not independently verified the authenticity of these clips. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a series of loud blasts, followed by heightened military activity at the scene. According to the Pakistani military, in addition to the Nur Khan Air Base, the Murid Air Base in Chakwal and the Rafiqui Air Base in Punjab's Jhang district were also targeted.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pakistan claims India targeted three airbases, say reports
Early on Saturday (May 10, 2025) Pakistan claimed that its three airbases were targeted by Indian missiles and drones, according to media reports. The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) issued a notification announcing closure of its airspace for all traffic till 4 p.m., and India extended cancellation of flight operations at 32 airports by 4 more days till May 15. Pakistan's airspace closure is in effect from 3.15 a.m. till 4 p.m. of May 10. 'The Pakistani military has launched its counter-attack against Indian aggression,' state broadcaster PTV News reported quoting security sources. Pakistan military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad at around 4 a.m. that Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases of Pakistan Air Force were targeted. "But all assets of the Air Force remain safe," he claimed. 'India has fired air-to-surface missiles with its jets,' he claimed. Minutes later, state-run PTV said citing security officials that Pakistan has launched a counter attack. Pakistan launched a fresh wave of drone attacks targeting 26 locations in India - from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat - for the second night on Friday, with the defence ministry saying the enemy's attempts to hit vital installations, including airports and air bases, were successfully thwarted. On Thursday evening, Indian air defence units intercepted at least eight missiles fired by Pakistan towards the border areas of Jammu, including the strategically important Jammu airport, defence sources had said. (With inputs from Jagriti Chandra and PTI)
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pakistan claims India targeted three airbases with missiles, closes airspace to all traffic
Pakistan early on Saturday (May 10, 2025) claimed that its three airbases were targeted by Indian missiles and drones. The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) issued a notification stating that Pakistan's airspace has been closed from 3.15 a.m. to 12 noon for all kinds of air traffic. 'The Pakistani military has launched its counter-attack against Indian aggression,' state broadcaster PTV News reported quoting security sources. Pakistan military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad at around 4 a.m. that Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases of Pakistan Air Force were targeted. "But all assets of the Air Force remain safe," he claimed. 'India has fired air-to-surface missiles with its jets,' he claimed. He added that several missiles were intercepted by Pakistan's air defence system. He said this is a "sinister act of India pushing the region into lethal war and Pakistan will respond to this aggression. India should wait for our response". Minutes later, state-run PTV said citing security officials that Pakistan has launched a counter attack. Pakistan launched a fresh wave of drone attacks targeting 26 locations in India - from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat - for the second night on Friday, with the defence ministry saying the enemy's attempts to hit vital installations, including airports and air bases, were successfully thwarted. On Thursday evening, Indian air defence units intercepted at least eight missiles fired by Pakistan towards the border areas of Jammu, including the strategically important Jammu airport, defence sources had said. (With inputs from PTI)
