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Congo DRC 19 Nov
UK Notam extended, no change to warning: UK operators should not enter the airspace along the border between Congo DRC and Rwanda near FZNA/Goma airport below 25,000ft AGL, due to the potential risk from anti-aircraft weaponry.
Haiti 18 Nov
New Canada Notam: Canadian operators are banned below FL100 in Haitian airspace and the MTEG/Port-au-Prince FIR due to risks to aviation from gang activity.
Haiti 15 Nov
New UK Notam: UK operators should not enter the airspace of Haiti below 10,000ft AGL due to the risk of small arms fire.
Haiti 13 Nov
New France Notam: French operators should remain at or above FL100 in Haiti airspace, and not go to MTPP/Port Au Prince airport.
Haiti 12 Nov
Risk Summary updated: Two aircraft targeted and hit by bullets on approach to MTPP/Port-au-Prince. Operations suspended, major risk to aircraft. The FAA have since banned US operators from flights in the airspace of Haiti below 10,000ft MSL. Elevated to Level 1 - Do Not Fly.
Haiti 12 Nov
New US Notam: US operators are prohibited from operating below 10,000ft MSL in the airspace of Haiti.
Israel 11 Nov
Russia Notam extended, no change to warning: Russia operators are banned from flying to Israel at night.
Myanmar 11 Nov
New UK warning: Caution to operators for flights below 25000ft AGL due to potential risks from anti-aircraft weaponry.
Saudi Arabia 10 Nov
Risk summary updated: Red Sea Conflict Zone highlighted by missile incident on Nov 3.
Lebanon 01 Nov
UK Notam extended, change to warning: UK operators recommended not to enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR (previous Notam just advised caution).
Yemen 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the OYSC/Sanaa FIR, including the oceanic part up to airway UT702, due to the potential risks from anti-aviation weaponry and military operations.
Ukraine 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the airspace of Ukraine, including the contested UKFV/Simferopol FIR over Crimea (claimed by Russia as the URFV FIR).
Saudi Arabia 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators advised caution in the OEJD/Jeddah FIR due to potential risk from anti-aviation weaponry and military operations; also due to short notice ESCAT rules in airspace next to Yemen.
Somalia 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators overflying the HCSM/FIR Mogadishu FIR should be at FL260 or above, due to the potential risk from anti- aviation weaponry and military operations.
Belarus 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the UMMV/Minsk FIR.
Iran 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR, due to the potential risk from anti-aviation weaponry and military operations.
Israel 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Caution to Canadian operators in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR due to potential risk from military activity.
Sudan 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should avoid the HSSS/Khartoum FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity.
Russia 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the URRV/Rostov FIR, and the airspace of Russia within 200nm of the FIR boundaries with Ukraine in the UUWV/Moscow FIR.
Moldova 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the LUUU/Chisinau FIR.
Armenia 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Caution to Canadian operators in the airspace of Armenia due to potential risk from anti-aviation weaponry and military ops.
Libya 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the HLLL/Tripoli FIR, due to the potential risk from anti- aviation weaponry and military operations.
Azerbaijan 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Caution to Canadian operators in the airspace of Azerbaijan due to potential risk from anti-aviation weaponry and military ops.
Lebanon 31 Oct
Canada AIC updated, change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR due to potential risk from military activity. (Previous AIC just advised caution).
Syria 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the airspace of Syria, due to the potential risk from anti- aviation weaponry and military operations. There is a potential risk to aircraft within 200nm of the OSTT/Damascus FIR.
North Korea 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR due to risk posed by unannounced rocket launches.
Iraq 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not overfly the ORBB/Baghdad FIR below FL320, due to the potential risk from anti- aviation weaponry and military operations.
Afghanistan 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the airspace of Afghanistan except for overflights at or above FL320.
Iran 30 Oct
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning - German operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR.
Lebanon 30 Oct
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning: German operators recommended not to enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR.
Haiti 28 Oct
New Canada Notam: Canadian operators should carry out a risk assessment before entering the MTEG/Port-au-Prince FIR due to risks to aviation from gang activity.
Sudan 22 Oct
Risk summary updated: Foreign-registered cargo aircraft shot down by local militia over North Darfur (Western Sudan, near the border with Chad) on Oct 21.
Iraq 16 Oct
US SFAR extended to Oct 2027: US operators are prohibited from overflying the ORBB/Baghdad FIR below FL320.
Israel 09 Oct
Updated EASA CZIB: EASA recommends operators to conduct a stringent risk assessment for flights in the airspace of Israel. (Replaces previous CZIB issued on Sep 28 recommending against all flights to Israel).
Iran 06 Oct
US SFAR extended to Oct 2027: US operators are prohibited from overflying the OIIX/Tehran FIR.
Iran 04 Oct
New UK Notam - UK Operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR.
Iran 02 Oct
Risk summary updated: Iran is now Level 1 - Do Not Fly. Multiple new warnings for Iran (from EASA, Germany, Russia).
Israel 02 Oct
Risk summary updated: Iran launched a series of missiles at Israel on Oct 1. Most airlines now avoiding LLBG/Tel Aviv. As of Sep 28, EASA is recommending against flights to Israel.
Iran 02 Oct
EASA recommends not to operate in the airspace of Iran at all flight levels.
Iraq 02 Oct
New Russia Notam: Russia has banned its operators from flying at night (between 16-06z) in the airspace of Israel, Iran, and Iraq.
Lebanon 01 Oct
Risk summary updated: Israel launched a ground operation against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, following weeks of cross-border fighting including airstrikes in Beirut. All foreign airlines now avoiding OLBA/Beirut. EASA recommending not to operate within the airspace of Lebanon at all flight levels.
Lebanon 28 Sep
EASA recommends not to operate within the airspace of Lebanon at all flight levels.
Lebanon 27 Sep
New France Notam: French operators should not overfly the OLBB/Beirut FIR or operate to OLBA/Beirut Airport.
Mali 17 Sep
Risk summary updated: Terrorist attacks in Bamako, including at GABS/Bamako airport where insurgents broke in and set the presidential jet alight.
Egypt 12 Sep
UK Notam extended, no change to warning: UK operators should use extra caution in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba due to increased military activity in the area.
Haiti 11 Sep
US Notam extended: Caution due to unpublished airport and airspace restrictions. Operators should talk to ATC directly for the current status of airports, given ongoing civil unrest and security risks.
Egypt 05 Sep
Risk summary updated: UK cancels airspace warning for Egypt.
Iraq 03 Aug
Iraq Notam extended, no change to warning: Iraq is warning operators to expect GPS jamming and spoofing in the northern part of the country.
Iraq 01 Aug
Risk summary updated: Potential for short-notice airspace closure early August, due to Iranian strikes on Israel. Missiles and drones may transit airspace.
Jordan 01 Aug
Risk summary updated: Potential for short-notice airspace closure early August, due to Iranian strikes on Israel. Missiles and drones may transit airspace.
Afghanistan 11 Jul
France AIC updated, no change to warning: French operators should not overfly the OAKX/Kabul FIR below FL320.
Iraq 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators overflying the ORBB/Baghdad FIR should only be on airways UM860 or UL602/L718 northbound or UM688 southbound, at or above FL320.
Yemen 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should avoid Yemeni airspace, except at or above FL320 in the oceanic airspace in the east of the OYSC/Sanaa FIR (airway B400 and east of).
Ukraine 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should not enter the airspace of Ukraine, including the contested UKFV/Simferopol FIR over Crimea (claimed by Russia as the URFV FIR).
Saudi Arabia 11 Jul
France AIC updated, no change to warning: French operators should exercise caution in the southwest of the OEJD/Jeddah FIR where ATC could apply ESCAT procedures.
Somalia 11 Jul
French AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should stay at or above FL260 in the HCSM/Mogadishu FIR, except in the overwater portion.
Belarus 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should not enter the airspace of Belarus due to the conflict in neighbouring Ukraine.
South Sudan 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators overflying the part of the HSSS/Sudan FIR above South Sudan should be at FL260 or above.
Sudan 11 Jul
French AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should not enter the airspace of Sudan, nor file Sudanese airports as alternates.
Russia 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should not enter the airspace of Russia within 200nm of the FIR boundaries with Ukraine, and exercise caution in the rest of the UUWV/Moscow and URRV/Rostov FIRs.
Moldova 11 Jul
France AIC updated, change to warning: French operators should not enter the airspace of Moldova in close proximity to the country’s border with Ukraine. LUKK/Chisinau is not in this area, so flights here are permitted.
Libya 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should avoid Libyan airspace.
Ethiopia 11 Jul
France AIC updated, change to warning: French operators should not fly in the northern section of the HAAA/Addis Ababa FIR below FL320 (previous advice advised against all flights in this area).
Mali 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators overflying the part of the DRRR/Niamey FIR located above the Malian territory should be at or above FL320.
Syria 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should avoid Syrian airspace.
Iran 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators should not overfly the western half of the country (everywhere west of 54 Degrees East longitude); overflights of the eastern half should be at or above FL320.
North Korea 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: Caution advised to French operators for all North Korea overflights, especially in the maritime part over the Sea of Japan (due to unannounced rocket launches).
Pakistan 11 Jul
France AIC extended, no change to warning: French operators overflying Pakistan airspace should be at FL260 or above.
Afghanistan 09 Jul
Risk summary updated: The US FAA has eased its airspace warning to now permit US operators to overfly the OAKX/Kabul FIR at FL320 and above.
Afghanistan 05 Jul
US SFAR extended, change to warning: US operators remain permitted to overfly the OAKX/Kabul FIR at FL320 and above, but they can now use airways P500/G500 at FL300 and above.
Western Sahara 12 Jun
Risk summary rewritten and updated.
South Korea 10 Jun
New South Korea Notam: Watch out for GPS interference in the RKRR/Incheon FIR. It has been reported in the vicinity of Seoul, including RSKI/Incheon. The interference likely originates from North Korea in response to ongoing military drills in the area.
South Korea 16 May
Reports of GPS spoofing around Seoul in the north of the country, close to the border with North Korea.
Congo DRC 20 Feb
Risk summary updated: Flights at lower levels in the airspace near the border between Rwanda and Congo DRC may be at increased risk, following a recent incident where a parked civilian aircraft at FZNA/Goma was damaged by at least one bomb dropped from a drone.
Rwanda 19 Feb
Risk summary updated: Flights at lower levels in airspace near the border between Rwanda and Congo DRC may be at increased risk, following a recent incident where a parked civilian aircraft at FZNA/Goma was damaged by at least one bomb dropped from a drone.
Somalia 18 Feb
Risk summary updated: Aircraft transiting Somalia contacted by unauthorized ATC units, who have been issuing climb/descent instructions that conflict with the official ones issued by Mogadishu Control.
Ethiopia 01 Feb
Risk summary updated: New flare-up in fighting in the Amhara region (south of Tigray region), including air strikes.
Russia 24 Jan
Risk summary updated: Crash of military transport aircraft in Russian airspace near Belgarod, approx 20nm from the Ukrainian border. Both Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of shooting it down.
Pakistan 17 Jan
Risk summary updated: Iranian missile strike in western Pakistan, and crew reports of GPS spoofing around OPLA/Lahore airport.
Yemen 14 Jan
Risk summary updated: US and UK carried out airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen including targets near the capital, Sanaa. This is in response to recent missile and drone attacks in the Red Sea.
Myanmar 11 Jan
Risk summary updated: Armed group shot down a military helicopter in the northern state of Kachin, which borders China. Also a report of GPS jamming on airway A599 that connects with Chinese airspace.
Niger 09 Jan
Risk summary updated: Report of intermittent GPS spoofing in Niger, which began during climb out of DRRN/Niamey and remained until descent to DXXX/Lome in Togo to the south.
Turkey 22 Nov
Risk summary updated: GPS Spoofing being encountered over the Black Sea in Turkish airspace.
Cyprus 07 Nov
Risk summary updated: GPS spoofing reported across the Mediterranean region.
Syria 31 Oct
Risk summary updated: OSDI/Damascus and OSAP/Aleppo airports were targeted again by airstrikes. OSDI closed temporarily due to runway damage.
Armenia 20 Sep
Risk summary updated: Ceasefire agreed between Armenia and Azerbaijan, following military conflict in the border zone. Azerbaijan has reopened the border airspace, but most operators are still actively avoiding the region, and routing north via Georgian airspace (UGGG/Tbilisi FIR) instead.
Azerbaijan 20 Sep
Risk summary updated: Ceasefire agreed between Armenia and Azerbaijan, following military conflict in the border zone. Azerbaijan has reopened the border airspace, but most operators are still actively avoiding the region, and routing north via Georgian airspace (UGGG/Tbilisi FIR) instead.
Libya 14 Aug
Risk summary updated: Major evacuation of aircraft from Tripoli due to security risk, violent clashes and gunfire.
North Korea 11 Jul
Risk summary updated: North Korea is threatening to actively shoot down reconnaissance aircraft in their airspace. This may put civil aviation at higher risk of mistaken identity in or near the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR boundary.
Venezuela 27 Jun
US KICZ Notam cancelled. There are now no longer any airspace warnings in place for Venezuela.
South Sudan 15 Apr
Risk summary updated: Impact of Sudan military coup.
Ukraine 28 Feb
Country summary updated to reflect flight bans issued by several countries due to risk from military conflict.
Moldova 17 Feb
Country summary updated: Added info on spillover risks from the conflict in Ukraine including Russian drone and missile strikes.
Indonesia 08 Feb
The security situation in Papua remains poor. While there are no active airspace warnings for Indonesian Papua or neighbouring Papua New Guinea, the region has a recent history of armed groups targeting either low flying aircraft or airports themselves.
Central African Republic 30 Nov
Risk summary updated: Flights at lower levels near Bangui may be at increased risk, following recent incident where unidentified aircraft dropped bombs targeting a militant group 150nm north of Bangui.
19-Nov Congo DRC
UK Notam extended, no change to warning: UK operators should not enter the airspace along the border between Congo DRC and Rwanda near FZNA/Goma airport below 25,000ft AGL, due to the potential risk from anti-aircraft weaponry. [Notam EGTT V0046/24]
18-Nov Haiti
New Canada Notam: Canadian operators are banned below FL100 in Haitian airspace and the MTEG/Port-au-Prince FIR due to risks to aviation from gang activity. [Notam CZQX H5491/24]
15-Nov Haiti
New UK Notam: UK operators should not enter the airspace of Haiti below 10,000ft AGL due to the risk of small arms fire. [Notam EGTT V0045/24]
13-Nov Haiti
New France Notam: French operators should remain at or above FL100 in Haiti airspace, and not go to MTPP/Port Au Prince airport. [Notam LFFF F1638/24]
12-Nov Haiti
Risk Summary updated: Two aircraft targeted and hit by bullets on approach to MTPP/Port-au-Prince. Operations suspended, major risk to aircraft. The FAA have since banned US operators from flights in the airspace of Haiti below 10,000ft MSL. Elevated to Level 1 - Do Not Fly.
12-Nov Haiti
New US Notam: US operators are prohibited from operating below 10,000ft MSL in the airspace of Haiti. [Notam KICZ A0015/24]
11-Nov Myanmar
New UK warning: Caution to operators for flights below 25000ft AGL due to potential risks from anti-aircraft weaponry. [Notam EGTT V0041/24]
11-Nov Israel
Russia Notam extended, no change to warning: Russia operators are banned from flying to Israel at night. [Notam UUUU A7810/24]
10-Nov Saudi Arabia
Risk summary updated: Red Sea Conflict Zone highlighted by missile incident on Nov 3.
01-Nov Lebanon
UK Notam extended, change to warning: UK operators recommended not to enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR (previous Notam just advised caution). [Notam EGTT V0040/24]
31-Oct Afghanistan
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators should not enter the airspace of Afghanistan except for overflights at or above FL320. [AIC 21/24]
31-Oct Azerbaijan
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Caution to Canadian operators in the airspace of Azerbaijan due to potential risk from anti-aviation weaponry and military ops. [AIC 21/24]
RKZZ / South Korea 19-Nov GPS spoofing was again observed near Seoul, along the North/South Korean border and into the Yellow Sea from Nov 8 - 17. It appears to be part of an extended GPS interference effort by North Korea. Notam RKRR Z1239/24 has been issued to warn of the danger.
FZZZ / Democratic Republic of the Congo 18-Nov The UK has extended its airspace warning for the FZZA/Kinshasa FIR. Operators should not enter the airspace along the border between Congo DRC and Rwanda near FZNA/Goma airport below 25,000’ AGL due to risk from anti-aircraft weaponry. EGTT Notam V0046/24 refers. Active fighting in the region has continued for some time.
KDAL / Dallas Love USA 17-Nov A Boeing 737 was struck by a bullet during taxi on the evening of Nov 15. It sustained some damage below the flight deck and returned to the bay. Runway 13R/31L was briefly closed due to the incident. Police have not released any further info, and normal ops have resumed.
MTZZ / Haiti 15-Nov Canada, France and the UK have published new airspace warnings for Haiti, recommending that operators should not enter the airspace below FL100. This follows the US FAA ban for US operators, announced earlier this week. As we reported previously - all flights at MTPP/Port-au-Prince have been suspended entirely following reports of aircraft being hit by gunfire on approach.
ZGSD / Zhuhai China 15-Nov If you are heading to ZGSD/Zhuhai for the airshow this week, expect loads of extra security after an attack left dozens of people dead and injured in a car ramming attack in a crowded public area. The government and police have vowed to increase security in the wake of this. You should allow yourself extra time at the airport and other public places. You can expect the same heightened security in other cities in China too.
VTZZ / Thailand 14-Nov The annual lantern festival is taking place this weekend. Although celebrated everywhere in Thailand, the folks up north really get into it. If you’re planning a flight to VTCC/Chiang Mai or VTCT/Chiang Rai on the nights of Nov 15 or 16, you might want to plan to go during daylight hours instead. Each year at VTCC/Chiang Mai, hundreds of lanterns regularly drop into the airport compound, and this year, several flights have already been rescheduled or cancelled during this period.
OPKC / Karachi Pakistan 13-Nov New security measures have been introduced at the airport. Barricades and checkpoints have been set up, and authorities are checking boarding passes/crew IDs. Private taxis can also no longer access the terminal. Heavy traffic delays are being reported. This follows a bombing near the airport on Oct 6. The US Dept of State maintains a long-standing warning in Pakistan for terrorist attacks against targets that include airports.
MTZZ / Haiti 12-Nov The US FAA has issued a new airspace warning for Haiti. US operators are now banned from operating below 10,000ft MSL in the airspace of Haiti. The ban is effective immediately, and is currently in place until Dec 13. This follows reports of two aircraft being hit by gunfire on approach to MTPP/Port-au-Prince on Nov 11. As we reported previously - all flights at MTPP have been suspended entirely until Nov 18 at the earliest, but with this level of risk to aircraft, Haiti will be off-limits for some time to come. SafeAirspace.net now puts Haiti at Level 1 - Do Not Fly.
MTZZ / Haiti 12-Nov On Nov 11, two aircraft were hit by gunfire on approach to MTPP/Port-au-Prince. The first, a Spirit A320 enroute from KFLL, was hit on short final to Runway 28 at around 1100 local. Damage was significant, with multiple rounds entering the fuselage, avionics bay, engine, and cabin. The second aircraft, a Jet Blue A320, discovered a bullet hole on return to KJFK. Operations at MTPP have been suspended entirely until Nov 18, but with this level of risk to aircraft, Haiti will be off-limits for some time to come. SafeAirspace.net now puts Haiti at Level 1 - Do Not Fly.
UUZZ / Russia 12-Nov Ukraine carried out a major drone strike against Russian targets on Nov 10, the largest since the start of the war. Flights were simultaneously disrupted at all three Moscow area airports - UUDD/Domodedovo, UUEE/Sheremetyevo and UUWW/Vnukovo. Spill over risks from the conflict now extend well inside Russian airspace - including the use of air defence systems. See SafeAirspace.net for more info.
OEZZ / Saudi Arabia 11-Nov The Red Sea has been an active Conflict Zone for the past 12 months. A missile intercept incident near Jeddah on Nov 3 (observed at close proximity by transiting air crew) has highlighted the risk to civil aviation, and has made it clear that this area is an extension of the Israeli conflict. Many Europe-Asia Middle East routes fly over this area. A Special Briefing on this risk is now available in your members Dashboard (Special Briefings, Red Sea Conflict Zone).
RKZZ / South Korea 10-Nov GPS Spoofing has again been observed near Seoul, along the North/South Korean border, and in the eastern Yellow Sea. On Nov 7, a dozen or so aircraft were subject to spoofing. Notam RKRR Z1218/24 has been issued to warn of the danger.
VYZZ / Myanmar 10-Nov The UK has issued a new airspace warning for Myanmar - it advises operators to use caution below 25000ft AGL in the VYYF/Yangon FIR due to the risk of anti-aircraft weaponry. Germany retains a similar warning for flights below FL160. The country has been in a state of civil war since a military coup in 2021. Recent reports have also included attacks on airports and extensive GPS interference - especially in the North. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OLZZ / Lebanon 07-Nov Israel carried out a number of airstrikes on targets near OLBA/Beirut on Nov 7. A large explosion was reported near the runway, but the airport itself only sustained minor damage. Several states maintain active airspace warnings for the entire OLBB/Beirut FIR due to ongoing risks from military activity. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing. 
LLBG / Tel Aviv Israel 06-Nov Hezbollah fired around 10 missiles targeting central Israel on Nov 6, with one landing near LLBG/Tel Aviv airport. No damage or injuries reported. It looks like some flights were delayed, but the airports authority has said the airport is continuing to operate as usual.
ZKZZ / North Korea 06-Nov A number of short-range ballistic missiles were launched without airspace warnings on Nov 5, and landed in the Sea of Japan. North Korea has been notably active with these types of launches in recent weeks which are often carried out in open airspace, potentially putting aircraft operating in or near the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR at increased risk from falling debris. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
VYZZ / Myanmar 05-Nov Rebel groups dropped a makeshift bomb from a drone on VYNT/Naypyitaw airport early on Nov 5. There have been no official statements yet, and no new Notams issued. The security situation in Myanmar has deteriorated since the military coup in Feb 2021 - there is conflict across many parts of the country, involving air strikes and armed clashes. For overflights, we have seen several reports of GPS jamming (and maybe spoofing) in the north of the FIR between China and Bangladesh airspace.
ORZZ / Iraq 03-Nov The ORBB/Baghdad FIR has re-issued its warning for GPS interference in Northern Iraq (ORBB Notam A0480/24 refers). Take extra care if operating near the boundary with Iranian airspace (the OIIX/Tehran FIR) where recent events have increased risk significantly. Previous reports have included an aircraft that almost entered without a clearance due to a jamming encounter. The warning says to tell ATC and request vectors without delay with a suspected loss of navigational performance.
ZKZZ / North Korea 31-Oct There was an unannounced launch of a ballistic missile on Oct 31 which landed in the Sea of Japan, west of Hokkaido. As per usual, no airspace warnings were issued in advance. The test was especially notable as it flew higher and for longer than previous launches. Aircraft operating on open airways near the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR are at extended risk from falling debris. Safeairspace.net has more info.
MTZZ / Haiti 27-Oct Canada has issued a new airspace warning for Haitian airspace. It advises operators to carry out a risk assessment before entering the MTEG/Port-au-Prince FIR due to risks to aviation from gang activity. CZQX Notam H5210/24 refers. This follows reports a UN helicopter was fired upon by gang members while operating near MTPP/Port-au-Prince on Oct 25. Some carriers have since cancelled flights there. The US FAA is already advising operators to confirm the security status of all airports with ATC before operating in. See safeairspace.net for more info.
XMID / 27-Oct Israel carried out airstrikes on targets in and around Tehran early on Oct 26. The OIIX/Tehran, ORBB/Baghdad and OSTT/Damascus FIRs all closed for several hours. A military response by Israel to an Iranian missile strike earlier this month has been anticipated for some time. Iran has announced it will plan some kind of response. All airspace has since re-opened, with the majority of Europe/Middle East transits avoiding the region and using a southerly corridor through Saudi Arabia and Egypt instead. Further disruptions are likely throughout the region in the near term. Check the link for a full briefing.
CYYC / Calgary Canada 25-Oct They’ve identified a new hot-spot to watch out for at CYYC/Calgary airport for aircraft departing Runway 17L. Apparently aircraft taxiing for departure here often miss the turn onto Taxiway B and instead turn onto Taxiway D, conflicting with aircraft on Taxiway D3. Check out the map in SUP 82/24 for more info.
VIZZ / India 23-Oct Almost 100 hoax bomb threats have been made against flights from Indian airports in the past week. Some have turned back to India, some have made emergency landings elsewhere (Turkey, Germany), and some have had fighter jets dispatched to escort the planes (Singapore, UK). One flight to Chicago was even diverted to Iqaluit, with the pax grounded for three days before finally making it to Chicago on a Canadian air force plane. Authorities in India are taking things seriously and have increased security screening at airports across the country - delays are likely.
LLBG / Tel Aviv Israel 22-Oct The airport closed briefly on Oct 21 due to the interception of a Hezbollah missile over Northern Israel. Several rockets were also destroyed on Oct 22 reportedly targeting an air defence site near Tel Aviv. Sporadic disruptions will likely continue in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR due to the ongoing conflict in Lebanon and Gaza. Solid contingencies should be in place for overflights in the event of sudden airspace closures and reroutes. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
HSZZ / Sudan 22-Oct A foreign-registered cargo aircraft was shot down over North Darfur (western Sudan, near the border with Chad) on Oct 21. Details about the crash and its mission are murky. Some reports say the flight originated from OMRK/Ras-Al-Khaimah in the UAE, others say it was flying from UCFM/Manas in Kyrgyzstan. Most report the intended destination was FTAA/Amdjarass in eastern Chad. The aircraft was most likely carrying supplies for the RSF (a local paramilitary group) and was mistakenly shot down by RSF fighters themselves. Sudan airspace remains closed to all civilian flights following a military coup in April 2023, and several states have airspace warnings advising their operators not to enter at all due to the risk of anti-aircraft fire. Safeairspace.net has more info. 
EBZZ / Belgium 21-Oct Execujet FBO at EBBR/Brussels are reporting that activists intend to target the aviation industry in Belgium from Oct 24-28. As usual, we don’t know exactly where they will strike. In Dec 2023, they targeted EBAW/Antwerp and EBLG/Liege airports. During this upcoming period, drop-and-go’s are a good option for airports in Belgium (and maybe northern France and Holland too), as longer-parked aircraft are often the target. Check our article for some history on impact to airports from protests like these.
OLZZ / Lebanon 21-Oct Israel carried out at least a dozen airstrikes on targets in Beirut over the weekend - two were very close to OLBA/Beirut which is still receiving some scheduled traffic. The airport itself has not been specifically targeted yet, but military interests there may put it at risk. Several states have airspace warnings in place for the OLBB/Beirut FIR at all levels - see safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
VIZZ / India 16-Oct At least ten hoax bomb threats were made against flights by Indian carriers on Oct 14 and 15 which caused interceptions and diversions in Singapore and Canada. They came from multiple social media accounts. These types of hoaxes are not unusual in India but it’s not clear what triggered the sudden surge this week - they should always be treated as genuine.
ORZZ / Iraq 16-Oct The US FAA has extended its SFAR for the ORBB/Baghdad FIR for another three years - until Oct 2027. There’s been no change to the rules for US operators - overflights are banned below FL320 due to risks from military activity and terrorism. But the updated SFAR has a good level of detail of recent activity in the region, plus analysis of the associated risk. Worth a read! See safeairspace.net for a full briefing on Iraq.
TFFF / Fort-de-france France 16-Oct Martinique is still struggling with civil unrest. A nightly curfew has been extended until at least Oct 21 - you will be allowed to travel for work but expect to be checked by police on major roads. The airport was closed temporarily last week due to protestors on the runway but has since re-opened. See the US Embassy’s recent security alert for more info (attached).
RCZZ / Taiwan 15-Oct China carried out major military drills around Taiwan on Oct 14 involving over 100 aircraft which entered Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ). There were no reports that any actually infringed Taiwan’s domestic airspace. The drills seemed to be in response to recent political events and were unusually large. While there has been no tangible change to risks for overflights from this event, it is an important reminder to follow proper ADIZ procedures at all times.
LTBA / Istanbul Turkey 14-Oct Fresh member report: the taxiways are in poor condition, with many taxiway centre and edge lights out of service. Be especially careful at night as some areas are poorly lit. There also seems to be a wildlife hazard - hundreds of birds were observed in operational areas.
TFFF / Fort-de-france France 11-Oct Civil unrest is being reported in Martinique over the cost of living. The runway was closed temporarily on Oct 11 due to protestors trespassing at the airport. There has also been looting and violence on main thoroughfares across the island. This is expected to continue for at least the next few days. Crew security is a concern at the moment - keep an eye out for new travel advisories until the situation calms.
NZAA / Auckland New Zealand 10-Oct Look out for large steel plates being used as temporary repairs on the main taxiway, A. You’ll find them intermittently between taxiways A5 and A1A. They’re unlit, unmarked and very easy to miss - hitting them at taxi speeds of more than 10 kts is quite violent. There’s a Notam out about them (NZAA B5778/24) but it understates how rough they are at faster speeds.
LLZZ / Israel 10-Oct EASA have revised their Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) for the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR. They have removed a recommendation not to enter at all levels, and are now advising operators to conduct a stringent risk assessment each time they want to enter. This does not appear to be due to a reduction in risk - aircraft continue to be in danger from military activity including misidentification especially near the northern border with Lebanon at all altitudes. We maintain a ‘Do Not Fly’ warning for Israel at this time. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
OLZZ / Lebanon 08-Oct Israel has continued its military offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon, with airstrikes and explosions reported in Beirut over the past 48 hrs. All foreign operators have suspended flights to OLBA/Beirut indefinitely - a Notam has been extended that now requires pre-approval in the unlikely event carriers want to resume flights there (OLBB A0244/24 refers). Safeairspace maintains a ‘Do Not Fly’ warning for the entire OLBB/Beirut FIR at all levels due to risk from military activity. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OIZZ / Iran 06-Oct Iran is closing all of its airports from 9pm local tonight until 6am tomorrow morning. This is an unusual move, especially as the reason given is "operational reasons" (i.e., actual reason not disclosed). Similar Notams were issued on Tuesday night last week, after the attack on Israel. As most operators are already avoiding Iranian airspace, this will have little direct impact - but may suggest Iran is anticipating an Israeli response on Sunday night. There are currently no other indications to suggest this, but we suggest monitoring for further updates.
OIZZ / Iran 06-Oct The FAA has extended its SFAR for the OIIX/Tehran FIR for another three years without any change to the rules - US operators remained banned at all levels due to the risk of misidentification and unannounced military activity. This is consistent with other states - including the UK and Germany, who have recently upgraded their warnings for Iranian airspace.
XMID / 04-Oct Two of the UAE's major carriers have announced they have cancelled all flights to Iraq, Jordan and Iran on October 4 and 5. This appears to be in response to the potential for further military action between Israel and Iran - it’s not clear whether any additional information has led them to make this decision.
OIZZ / Iran 03-Oct The UK has updated its airspace warning for the OIIX/Tehran FIR. It now warns operators not to enter due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity at all levels (EGTT Notam V0037/24 refers). This supersedes the info the UK AIP which only advises against flight below FL250. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OIZZ / Iran 02-Oct The SafeAirspace level for Iran is now at Level 1 - Do Not Fly. There are multiple risks including a potential response from Israel to the Oct 1 missile attack, misidentification, and short-notice changes to the geopolitical situation. On Oct 2, EASA issued a new Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) recommending operators avoid Iranian airspace, and Germany also issued a new airspace warning with the same advice. See full briefing at safeairspace.net.
XMID / 02-Oct Israel, Jordan, and Iraq have all re-opened their airspace following last night’s Iranian missile attack on Israel. Iran remains closed to all transits across its western border (Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar). The en-route traffic situation has now largely returned to normal with the exception of Israel and Iran, which most continue to avoid - Iran in particular has a heightened risk of misidentification or interception for overflights at the moment. Middle East transits should consider going south via Egypt/Saudi instead. For full details, map, and analysis see the Special Briefing in your members dashboard.
OIZZ / Iran 01-Oct Iran has effectively closed its airspace, likely in anticipation of retaliatory attacks by Israel. A large southwestern portion of the OIIX/Tehran FIR is closed by Notam (OIIE A3607/24) while all major airports across the country are shut until at least Oct 2 - including OIIE/Tehran. All transits to/from Bahrain, Iraq and Qatar are not allowed. Any overflights would be at high risk of misidentification or interception.
EDVK / Kassel Germany 01-Oct The climate group Last Generation is planning to demonstrate in the city center on Oct 2 and 5 over government investment in the airport. The airport itself has not been mentioned as a specific target this time, but the same group defaced airport buildings and glued themselves to the pavement near the entrance just a few of weeks ago. Avoid leaving aircraft unattended near perimeter fences - if practical, extra security for this period would be worth considering.
XMID / 01-Oct Russia has now banned its carriers from entering Iraq, Iran and Israeli airspace at all levels for a week (Oct 1 - 8) due to the ongoing situation there. UUUU Notam A6766/24 refers. See safeairspace.net for a full summary of all existing state-issued airspace advisories.
XMID / 01-Oct Israeli military are reporting that the Iranian attack on Israel has concluded. At approximately 1645 UTC Iran launched a series of missiles at Israel, 150-200 in total. A large number made surface contact in Israel. The missiles were observed transiting the Tehran FIR (Iran), and the Amman FIR (Jordan). Jordan (OJAC A0367/24 at 1658Z) and Iraq (ORBB A0422/24 at 1735Z) have closed their airspace by Notam. Israeli airspace was closed during the attack, and is now open again, though EASA and state warnings are active recommending avoidance. Iraq plans to reopen their airspace at 2100Z, as per Notam A0423/23. Turnbacks and diversions are widespread and currently ongoing, especially in the south-east of Ankara FIR (LTAA) and the eastern Mediterranean. LCLK/Larnaca is noted busy with a lot of diversion traffic. Iran has published a series of temporary airway Notams, with a minimum safe level of FL245. These were also noted in the April 2024 Iran missile attack on Israel. Eurocontrol NM will hold a Telecon on the situation in approximately 40 minutes, at 1845Z. For full details, map, and analysis see Special Briefing in your members dashboard: https://ops.group/dashboard/briefings/middle-east-israel-october-2024/
OJZZ / Jordan 01-Oct The Amman FIR (Jordan) is now closed until further notice. Notam A0367/24 at 1658Z.
XMID / 01-Oct A major missile attack has been launched against Israel in the last few minutes. At present the entire country is under a missile warning. Reuters report missiles seen overflying Jordanian airspace, and Israeli military have made a public announcement that Iran has fired large numbers of missiles at Israel. Separately, missiles have been seen flying above the Iranian capital, Tehran. There are no Notams covering the developing situation, but it does appear that Middle Eastern airspace will be heavily impacted as things progress. Further updates will follow.
ORZZ / Iraq 01-Oct Some rockets were fired near ORBI/Baghdad airport early on Oct 1, as US forces begin their withdrawal from the country. This incident follows a similar attack last month on a US-operated logistics centre near the airport. Several countries have long-standing airspace warnings for Iraq, including the US which prohibits US operators from overflying the ORBB/Baghdad FIR below FL320 due to risks posed by military activity, and terrorist attacks against airports.
XMID / 01-Oct Israel has sent troops into Southern Lebanon. So far the offensive is limited to Hezbollah targets near the border, but the situation is still developing. Several crossing routes in northern portions of the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR are closed at all levels by Notam. At time of writing, there are no updates to report from the OLBB/Beirut FIR. Lebanon’s national carrier Middle East Airlines is now the only airline still operating to and from OLBA/Beirut Airport.
XMID / 30-Sep With the significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon over the past 48 hours, a more wide-scale conflict is looking increasingly likely. Israel have hinted that this may include a ground offensive. The risk to flights in both the LLLL/Tel Aviv and OLBB/Beirut FIRs has quickly changed. On Sep 28, EASA issued new Conflict Zone Information Bulletins (CZIB) for Israel and Lebanon, recommending not to operate within the airspace of either country at all flight levels. Check Safeairspace.net for latest updates.
OLZZ / Lebanon 29-Sep France has issued a new airspace warning for the OLBB/Beirut FIR. They are recommending all aircraft avoid overflying Lebanese airspace at all levels, or operating in and out of OLBA/Beirut airport. LFFF Notam F1382/24 refers. This is consistent with EASA’s new advice to avoid overflights of both Lebanon and Israel due to the rapid escalation of fighting there. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
XMID / 28-Sep There has been further significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon over the past 24 hours, with continued airstrikes in Beirut. The Israeli military have claimed that the Hezbollah leader was killed in an overnight strike.

EASA is now recommending not to operate within the airspace of Israel and Lebanon at all flight levels. They have issued new Conflict Zone Information Bulletins (CZIB) for each country effective today, Sep 28.

None of the other countries who regularly publish airspace warnings (US, UK, Germany, France, Canada, etc) have issued updated airspace warnings yet for either Israel or Lebanon.

There are several long-standing airspace warnings for Lebanon, but the EASA CZIB for Israel is something new. Now that EASA have clearly stated that flights should not operate here, warnings from other countries may follow. Check Safeairspace.net for the latest updates.
OLZZ / Lebanon 25-Sep Both the US and UK Governments have now issued warnings advising citizens to leave. The outbreak of a war between Israel and Hezbollah is looking increasingly likely. Major carriers are cancelling flights there. Airstrikes across Lebanon have been reported throughout the week. We maintain a ‘Do Not Fly’ warning for the OLBB/Beirut FIR where aircraft are at significant risk from military activity at all levels - see safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
OLZZ / Lebanon 24-Sep Israel carried out a major series of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, including in Beirut on Sep 23. Several major carriers have suspended flights there. A sustained conflict between Israel and Hezbollah looks increasingly likely. Military activity can put civil aircraft at increased risk of misidentification - especially near the Israel/Lebanon border. We maintain a ‘Do Not Fly’ risk warning for the OLBB/Beirut FIR - several state issued airspace warnings remain in place. See safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
HCMM / Mogadishu Somalia 23-Sep Multiple mortar rounds landed near the southern end of the airport on Sep 20. A military base was the target. The airport has a recent history of these kinds of events. The Somali Government has previously issued warnings that groups such as Al Shabaab may actively target aviation interests there. Aircraft using the Class A airspace above need to be aware of the safety risks of an unplanned landing. Safeairspace.net has more.
XMID / 22-Sep Israel carried out airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over the weekend, including some in Beirut. This followed well publicised reports of explosions last week. Hezbollah responded with at least one hundred rockets fired into Northern Israel on Sep 22. There is renewed concern that a sustained conflict is now likely. Aircraft operating near the shared border may be at increased risk from military activity. Short notice airspace closures of the LLLL/Tel Aviv and OLBB/Beirut FIRs are also possible if fighting continues to escalate.
SBGR / Sao Paulo Brazil 20-Sep Opsgroup member report advising caution regarding take-off data: Sometimes the ATIS is not updated regularly, and you can find yourself calculating performance with outdated data. For our recent departure, the ATIS was the same for two hours, and finally about to taxi we had a runway change with totally different weather data. So we were suddenly around 3 tonnes overweight. There is a big difference between Runway 10 and 28 regarding performance for take off. We usually try to carry as much cargo as possible, but that’s for Runway 10. You can find yourself too heavy for Runway 28, including having to return to gate to unload.
GVZZ / Cape Verde 20-Sep There are secret runway closures at both GVAC/Sal and GNVP/Praia that don’t show up anywhere you would expect them to - like the Notams, for example! Basically the runways at both airports are closed weekday mornings, at GNVP until 30 Nov 24, and at GVAC potentially until Aug 2025. The closure times are slightly different each day. The info only seems to show up in the NavData Change Notices, as it’s now already buried in the AIP. But for any ops involving GVAC or GVNP you’ll likely be missing a bunch of Notams - so make sure you check the Cape Verde official page, as pretty much all the Notams they publish there don’t seem to make it onto the FAA feed or anywhere else you might be checking.
OLZZ / Lebanon 19-Sep Lebanon’s CAA has announced a ban on pagers and walkie-talkies aboard civil aircraft until further notice. This follows a number of high-profile explosions in recent days and applies to both carry-on, checked luggage and cargo. There’s been no actual reports of any aviation-related incidents as a result of these events.
GMMX / Marrakech Morocco 19-Sep Workers are planning to protest at the airport on Sep 21 over pay and conditions. They intend to hold a car march which may limit or block access to the airport. Unfortunately the group responsible hasn’t announced any specific timings.
GABS / Bamako Mali 19-Sep The military have said the security situation is back under control after insurgents broke into the airport and set the presidential jet alight on Sep 17. Several other locations were targeted across the city, and the airport temporarily closed following the terrorist attacks - the first in years to hit Bamako. There are several long-standing airspace warnings for Mali, advising caution at all flight levels due to deteriorating security on the ground, ongoing fighting, terrorist activity, and foreign private military presence with advanced air defense systems.
LLZZ / Israel 15-Sep Air defences were active over the weekend. On Sep 15, a long range ballistic missile fired by Houthi rebels in Yemen was intercepted over central Israel. Fighting was also reported in the far north with a large number of Hezbollah rockets fired across the border. Ops at LLBG/Tel Aviv briefly stopped. These events do not present a significant change to overflight risk in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR but are a reminder to be prepared for short notice airspace closures at all times. See safeairspace.net for a full risk briefing.
NWWW / Noumea New Caledonia 15-Sep Update on ops. Civil unrest is still being reported in the capital, and restrictions were tightened again last week. This has been an ongoing issue since riots effectively shut the country down back in May. The airport itself is open and operating without restrictions but layovers should be avoided due to crew safety in the capital.
HEZZ / Egypt 13-Sep The UK has renewed its airspace warnings for the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba: operators should use extra caution due to increased military activity in the area. Spillover risks in the region from the conflict in Gaza/Israel continue to be present. See safeairspace.net for more info.
ZKZZ / North Korea 12-Sep North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles on Sep 11 which landed in the Sea of Japan. As per usual, no airspace warnings were issued in advance. It was the first public weapons firing in more than two months and may indicate an intention to resume them on a regular basis. This can put aircraft operating in or near the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR at increased risk from falling debris. Safeairspace.net has more info.
MTZZ / Haiti 11-Sep The FAA has extended its airspace warning for Haiti, which says that operators should talk to ATC directly for the current status of airports, given ongoing civil unrest and security risks. Gangs continue to control much of the capital and the US still advises against all travel to the country. For flights, crew security cannot be guaranteed.
HKZZ / Kenya 10-Sep There are no longer any official airspace warnings for Kenya. The US warning advising caution below FL260 in the border region with Somalia expired in Feb 2023, and the long-standing UK warning advising against low-level flights across the HKNA/Nairobi FIR expired in Sep 2024.
HEZZ / Egypt 10-Sep The UK has cancelled its long-standing airspace warning for Egypt, as well as the more recent Notams warning of increased risk over the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea due to the conflict in Israel/Gaza. So now, the only remaining official airspace warning for Egypt is published by Germany, advising against overflights below FL260 in the northern part of the Sinai region.
ESSA / Stockholm Sweden 10-Sep The airport was closed for two hours on Sep 9 after a drone was seen over a runway. The police suspect it was a deliberate act of sabotage, but haven’t caught whoever was responsible yet. An investigation is underway.
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