Pakistan closes some air routes for military jet exercises

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•Pakistan closed specific air routes on March 3, 2026, for military jet exercises.
•Pakistan International Airlines confirmed that overall airspace remains accessible for civil aviation.
•The closures are temporary and related to military training activities.
•The affected air routes are within Pakistan's controlled airspace.

What Could Happen If...

▸Pakistan extends air route closures beyond planned exercise dates civil aviation in the region could face delays and rerouting, affecting airlines and passengers.

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🏛Pakistan International Airlines

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REGIONALHindustan Times - WorldPakistan closes certain air routes for military exercises involving jets REGIONALDawn (Pakistan)PAA says Pakistan’s airspace remains ‘completely available’ for civil aviation traffic

Pakistan has closed certain air routes to conduct military exercises involving jets. Despite these closures, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has stated that the country's airspace remains fully open for civilian flights. The military drills could affect flight paths temporarily, impacting regional air traffic management and civil aviation schedules.