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Russia 10 Jan
Risk summary updated: EASA has issued a new CZIB recommending against flights in Western Russia (anywhere west of 60 deg E) due to the threat of anti-aircraft fire. There is a high-danger of misidentification by air defence systems targeting Ukrainian drones and missiles. This follows the shoot down of a passenger jet at URMG/Grozny on Dec 25.
Russia 10 Jan
EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletin - Western Russia
Iran 17 Dec
UK Notam extended, no change to warning - UK Operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR.
Haiti 13 Dec
Canada Notam extended: 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 12 Dec
France Notam extended, no change to warning: French operators should remain at or above FL100 in Haiti airspace, and not go to MTPP/Port Au Prince airport.
Egypt 12 Dec
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.
Syria 11 Dec
New Canada Notam: Canadian operators are prohibited from entering the airspace of Syria.
Iran 11 Dec
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning - German operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR.
Haiti 11 Dec
US Notam extended, no change to warning: US operators are prohibited from certain parts of the airspace in Haiti - below 10,000ft MSL in an area around MTPP/Port-au-Prince airport plus a small 10NM area to the north.
Lebanon 11 Dec
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning: German operators recommended not to enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR.
Syria 10 Dec
Risk summary updated: All Syrian airspace closed until further notice following the rebel take-over.
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 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 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.
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).
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.
Belarus 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the UMMV/Minsk FIR.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Moldova 31 Oct
Canada AIC extended, no change to warning: Canadian operators are prohibited from the LUUU/Chisinau FIR.
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).
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.
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).
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 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 in Oct 2024. Most airlines now avoiding LLBG/Tel Aviv. 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.
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 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.
Western Sahara 12 Jun
Risk summary rewritten and updated.
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.
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.
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.
10-Jan Russia
Risk summary updated: EASA has issued a new CZIB recommending against flights in Western Russia (anywhere west of 60 deg E) due to the threat of anti-aircraft fire. There is a high-danger of misidentification by air defence systems targeting Ukrainian drones and missiles. This follows the shoot down of a passenger jet at URMG/Grozny on Dec 25.
10-Jan Russia
EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletin - Western Russia [CZIB 2025-01]
17-Dec Iran
UK Notam extended, no change to warning - UK Operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR. [Notam EGTT V0053/24]
13-Dec Haiti
Canada Notam extended: 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 H5908/24]
12-Dec Haiti
France Notam extended, no change to warning: French operators should remain at or above FL100 in Haiti airspace, and not go to MTPP/Port Au Prince airport. [Notam LFFF F1811/24]
12-Dec Egypt
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. [Notam EGTT V0051/24 and V0052/24]
11-Dec Syria
New Canada Notam: Canadian operators are prohibited from entering the airspace of Syria. [Notam CZQX H5870/24]
11-Dec Lebanon
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning: German operators recommended not to enter the OLBB/Beirut FIR. [Notam EDWW B1218/24]
11-Dec Iran
Germany Notam extended, no change to warning - German operators recommended not to enter the OIIX/Tehran FIR. [Notam EDWW B1219/24]
11-Dec Haiti
US Notam extended, no change to warning: US operators are prohibited from certain parts of the airspace in Haiti - below 10,000ft MSL in an area around MTPP/Port-au-Prince airport plus a small 10NM area to the north. [Notam KICZ A0020/24]
10-Dec Syria
Risk summary updated: All Syrian airspace closed until further notice following the rebel take-over.
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]
KZZZ / USA 16-Jan DJI, the main recreational drone producer in the US, has removed its built-in geo-fencing feature that protects airports from incursions. Instead, an FAA database will simply warn the user when close to a no-fly zone. The issue is that this can now be maliciously ignored. DJI has said that its geo-fencing is about education, not enforcement. Continue to report any illegal sightings to the FAA.
XMID / 15-Jan A ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel will come into effect on Jan 19. It’s good news for airspace safety in the region - especially the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR. While the signs are positive, it’s early days and so we continue to advise caution for overflights of Israeli airspace for the time being. EASA currently advises operators to conduct a risk assessment before entering.
KZZZ / USA 12-Jan There have been a number of drone incidents reported over LA County in the past few days, including a firefighting aircraft that was damaged by a collision near the Pacific Palisades. Be aware of the risk of operating at lower levels near active TFRs or fire-affected areas. The FAA has not reported any conflicts at major airports.
UUZZ / Russia 12-Jan Several airports in Western Russia were impacted by Ukrainian drone strikes over the weekend. Air defence systems shot down at least three. This follows a new airspace warning issued by EASA last week advising operators not to enter Russian airspace at all levels (west of 60 Deg East) due to a high-risk of misidentification. See safeairspace.net for more info.
UUZZ / Russia 09-Jan EASA has issued a new Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) for Russia. It recommends that operators do not enter Western Russian airspace (anywhere west of 60 deg E) at all levels due to the threat of anti-aircraft fire. There is a high-danger of misidentification by air defence systems targeting Ukrainian drones and missiles. This follows the shoot down of a passenger jet at URMG/Grozny on Dec 25. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OSDI / Damascus Syria 05-Jan The Syrian CAA has announced that the airport will re-open on January 7. It has been closed since the overthrow of the government last month. At least one major Middle Eastern carrier plans to resume flights there. Despite this, several states maintain long-standing warnings for Syrian airspace at all levels - including an outright ban on operators by both the US and Canada. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OLBA / Beirut Lebanon 03-Jan Protestors have reportedly set up road blocks near the airport. A security operation is underway involving the seizure of a foreign aircraft allegedly transporting a shipment of cash destined for political purposes. Airport security and other agencies are involved. Access to and from the terminal is restricted at this time.
OEAO / Al Ula Saudi Arabia 02-Jan An OPSGROUP member reports an incorrect tower frequency has been published on the Jeppesen chart - the correct one is 118.0 (not 118.775). It is active during daylight hours - be sure to contact it at least ten minutes prior to arrival.
TTZZ / Trinidad and Tobago 01-Jan A state of emergency is in effect due to gang-related violence, especially in the capital Port of Spain. The US Embassy is warning to expect heavy police and military presence and to co-operate with authorities if questioned or searched. It’s also advisable to carry ID at all times while on layover. Be wary of crew safety if leaving accommodation - especially at night.
UUZZ / Russia 01-Jan An Embraer passenger jet was likely struck by an air defense system while on approach to URMG/Grozny (Southern Russia) on Dec 25. It later diverted and crash landed in Kazakhstan after sustaining heavy damage. This event occurred during Ukrainian drone strikes in the area, and strongly suggests a case of mis-identification. The majority of western operators remain subject to a reciprocal entry ban from Russian airspace. For those still using it, several airspace warnings exist for the URRV/Rostov FIR where the incident occurred. This is due to significant spill-over risks to civil aviation from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. An investigation into the incident is underway.
VYZZ / Myanmar 22-Dec An OPSGROUP member reports further GPS interference (likely spoofing) in the north of the VYYF/Yangon FIR on Dec 20. The event occurred approx. 100nm east of APAGO on the B465 airway at FL430. Map shift observed on auxiliary ipad before aircraft GPS systems failed. This was followed by the activation of a GPWS Pull Up warning for a full five minutes. All systems returned to normal by APAGO. We’ve had a number of similar reports from this region in recent months. Look out for Myanmar overflights between China and Bangladesh.
XMID / 22-Dec A US military jet was shot down over the Red Sea in a friendly fire incident on December 22. It was apparently a case of mistaken identity by a naval ship being used to target multiple Houthi drones in the area. This follows a missile intercept incident observed at close proximity by a transiting aircraft near Jeddah on November 3. The Red Sea has been an active conflict zone for the past 12 months, and these events highlight ongoing risks to civil aviation through this busy corridor. See the Special Briefing available in your member’s dashboard for more info (Special Briefings, Red Sea Conflict Zone).
KZZZ / USA 19-Dec The FAA has said that pilot reports of laser strikes have risen dramatically in the past few weeks possibly due to the nuisance drone sightings on the East Coast. There were four times the average number on Dec 17 alone - New Jersey was a hot spot. For more info on how to report this hazard, see the FAA’s Advisory Circular attached.
VYZZ / Myanmar 19-Dec We’ve had another report of GPS jamming (possibly spoofing) in the north of the VYYF/Yangon FIR. During cruise at FL370, 40nm after position LINSO on A599 the crew experienced a GPWS "PULL UP, PULL UP" warning. Warning disappeared after about 30 seconds. Also GPS signal was lost in that position. We’ve had a few similar reports from this region in recent months. Watch out for Myanmar overflights between China and Bangladesh airspace.
PAZZ / North Pacific 18-Dec Member report on a couple of airports in the Aleutians: PADK/Adak and PACD/Cold Bay. Both airports do not have functioning ILS until some time late January. RNAV approaches are still good (though Adak’s RNAV minimums are similar to a visual approach or about 1,000’ AGL). Also, Adak had a power issue over a month ago and since then everything electrical with the airport has been unreliable or U/S including the ILS, pilot controlled lighting, lead-in lighting, navaids.
KZZZ / USA 17-Dec Nuisance drones continue to be sighted over New York and New Jersey. The FAA has reported that KSWF/Stewart was closed for an hour on Dec 13 after several infringed its airspace. It’s still not clear who is responsible, and an active FBI investigation continues. So far, impact to civil air traffic has been minimal. The FAA requires approval for any drone to be operated in controlled airspace, or above 400’ AGL in Class G. If you spot one breaking these rules, report it to ATC and via the attached website.
EPZZ / Poland 16-Dec Russia carried out a large-scale missile and drone attack on targets in Ukraine on Dec 13. This caused some alarm, and air defence systems were put on high alert near Poland’s southeastern border. Military jets were also scrambled to the area, and there are conflicting reports of possible airspace infringements. Spill-over risks from the conflict continue to be present in Polish airspace where there are no active warnings - we continue to advise caution if operating near its border with the conflict zone in Ukraine.
MDZZ / Dominican Republic 16-Dec Member report to watch out when applying for your eTicket (online arrival/departure form) - be wary of fraudulent websites charging fees of up to $70 USD per traveller. The legitimate website is attached, and the application is free. Anything asking for payment should raise red flags.
KZZZ / USA 13-Dec Lots of large drones have been sighted at night over parts of New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania in recent weeks, some operating near military interests. The FBI is carrying out an investigation but are not reporting any threats to public safety. The FAA has established a small ‘no-fly’ zone for drones near the Solberg (SBJ) VOR but there has been no impact to civil traffic. You can find Homeland Security’s official notice on the sightings attached.
MTPP / Port-au-prince Haiti 12-Dec The airport has re-opened after several commercial aircraft were fired upon by gang members last month. Violence is still being regularly reported in the capital, and there has been no tangible improvement in the situation to report. Several states retain airspace warnings for Haiti - including a ban on US operators below FL100 over a large portion of the country. See safeairspace.net for more info.
OSZZ / Syria 11-Dec Canada has banned operators from entering the OSTT/Damascus FIR at all levels due to a risk of anti-aircraft fire and military activity (CZQX Notam H5870/24 refers). This supersedes the existing AIC which only advises against it. The security situation there remains unpredictable following this week’s rebel takeover. All Syrian airspace has subsequently been closed until at least Dec 22 in the meantime.
EHAM / Amsterdam Netherlands 10-Dec Eurocontrol are reporting that anti-aviation protestors are expected at the airport on Dec 14 from midday onwards. Some kind of anti-KLM demonstration, by the sounds of it. If it goes anything like the last one in the summer, the protest will be outside the main terminal, and will not impact the bizav terminal.
OSZZ / Syria 09-Dec All Syrian airspace (the OSTT/Damascus FIR) has been closed until further notice following the rebel take-over this week. OSTT Notam A0232/24 has that info. Regardless of the airspace closure, most states have long-standing warnings against flights in the OSTT/Damascus FIR, including an outright ban on US operators.
OSZZ / Syria 08-Dec The civil war appears to be coming to a head. Rebel forces have taken control of the capital Damascus after a major offensive in recent days - the President has reportedly fled the country. What happens next isn’t clear - but there is no tangible improvement in airspace risk to report yet. Most states continue to advise operators not to enter OSTT/Damascus FIR, including an outright ban on US operators.
EDZZ / Germany 08-Dec Climate activists have planned a number of protests across Germany that will last until Dec 12 - especially in Berlin. Airports have not been mentioned as a specific target, but two groups (Extinction Rebellion and Last Generation) are involved with a recent history of jumping fences and interfering with unattended biz jets. Be mindful of aircraft security during this period.
OSZZ / Syria 05-Dec There has been a significant escalation in fighting in the past week - rebels have reportedly taken control of two major cities in Northern Syria, Aleppo and Hama. OSAP/Aleppo is currently closed. Air defence activity has been especially active targeting weaponised drones. Syria is in a sustained state of civil war, and its airspace should be considered extremely dangerous at all levels. Several states advise aircraft not to enter the OSTT/Damascus FIR, including a complete ban on US operators by the FAA. See safeairspace.net for more info.
ZZZZ / Worldwide 05-Dec Member Report: The Canadian Coast Guard St Johns maintains a handy website with contact information for many worldwide Search and Rescue - Rescue Coordination Centres (SAR RCC). This information could be helpful for your ERP or safety manual. Check it out here.
MDLR / La Romana Dominican Republic 04-Dec An OPSGROUP member reports a particularly bad laser strike while on a 10nm final to Runway 11 recently. The aircraft was hit by green lasers from two separate ground locations in the city to the right of the extended centreline. This caused significant distraction to the crew during the approach.
RKZZ / South Korea 04-Dec There was panic over the past 24hrs after the president declared a state of martial law. Tanks and military personnel were reported in Seoul. The order has since been revoked but the security situation remains volatile. These events seem to be in response to recent political opposition and increased tensions with North Korea. No violence was reported but civil unrest may continue. We suggest crew remain close to the airport for the time being and monitor embassy alerts closely.
MTPP / Port-au-prince Haiti 03-Dec The airport’s closure has been extended again until Dec 11, but this should be considered rolling. MTPP Notam A0050/24 refers. There’s been no tangible improvement to report since multiple aircraft were fired upon at low level recently. The FAA recently re-issued its airspace warning for US operators in Haitian airspace which prohibits flight below 10,000 AGL over a large portion of the country due to risks from gang activity. Safeairspace.net has more info.
XMID / 03-Dec 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 ongoing conflicts continue to be present despite the recent ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel. See safeairspace.net for more info.
XMID / 01-Dec EASA has extended its Conflict Zone Information Bulletins (CZIBs) for Israel, Iran and Lebanon until the end of January with no change to the advice: operators should continue to avoid the OLBB/Beirut and OIIX/Tehran FIRs at all levels and use special care in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR. This is consistent with our previous guidance - the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah is a positive sign but the situation remains volatile. For now, existing airspace warnings still apply. See safeairspace.net for more info.
XMID / 26-Nov A ceasefire agreement has been signed between Hezbollah and Israel. It went info effect on Nov 27. It is positive news for airspace risk in both the LLLL/Tel Aviv and OLBB/Beirut FIRs. However, for the time being we suggest operators maintain the same degree of caution until the situation becomes clearer. SafeAirspace.net maintains Do Not Fly warnings for both countries which will continue to be reviewed.
MTPP / Port-au-prince Haiti 26-Nov The airport will remain closed to all civilian aircraft until at least Dec 3, probably longer. MTTP Notam A0045/24 refers. This is due to risks from ongoing gang activity. Several states have issued new warnings for Haitian airspace including the FAA, which now bans US operators below FL100 across a large portion of the country, including Port-au-Prince itself. See SafeAirspace.net for more info.
LLZZ / Israel 24-Nov Hezbollah carried out a large missile and drone attack on targets near Tel Aviv on Nov 24. At least two hundred projectiles crossed the border from Lebanon, with most intercepted by air defence systems. This followed airstrikes in Beirut the day prior. No aviation disruptions were reported, but most foreign airlines are actively avoiding the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR due to extensive risks posed by the ongoing fighting. See safeairspace.net for more info.
EGKK / London Gatwick United Kingdom 22-Nov The airport's South Terminal was evacuated this morning following some kind of security incident. The North Terminal is still operating normally, and arriving flights are still able to land at the airport at the moment. Signature have reported that the FBO is currently not accepting any flights. Contact them for more info: lgw@signatureaviation.com
HXZZ / South Sudan 21-Nov Heavy gunfire next to HSSI/Juba was reported on Nov 21. Apparently it was due to a political arrest nearby - UN staff were temporarily ordered to shelter in place. The US Dept of State maintains a ‘Do Not Travel’ warning for South Sudan partly due to risk of armed conflict, and air navigation services remain suspended above FL245 following a military coup in neighbouring Sudan in April 2023.
MTZZ / Haiti 21-Nov The US FAA has amended its airspace warning for Haiti. US operators are now prohibited from flying below 10,000ft MSL in two areas: A big area over around MTPP/Port-au-Prince, and a small circle to the north within 10nm of specific lat/long point. The FAA has confirmed that MTCH/Cap Haitien is not in the prohibited area.
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.
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