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Sudan 31 May
France Notam extended: French operators should not enter the airspace of Sudan, nor file Sudanese airports as alternates.
Ethiopia 14 May
Italy Notam extended: Italian operators exercise caution in the HAAA/Addis Ababa FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry.
Israel 10 May
New Israel Notam: Israel are advising caution in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza - rocket attacks on Israel and Israeli air strikes on targets in Gaza.
Iraq 05 May
Iraq Notam extended, no change to warning: Operators should expect GPS jamming on approach to ORER/Erbil Airport, as well as for overflights heading southbound in the northern part of Iraq along airway UM688 from RATVO to VAXEN.
Sudan 02 May
Risk summary updated: Conflict continues despite ceasefire, Sudan airspace closed.
North Korea 27 Apr
New Italy Notam: Italian operators should exercise caution in the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR due to risks from missile launches without prior notice.
Sudan 21 Apr
New Germany Notam: German operators are prohibited from entering the HSSS/Khartoum FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity.
Sudan 21 Apr
New UK Notam: UK operators should not enter the airspace of Sudan due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity.
Sudan 17 Apr
New Italy Notam: Italian operators should avoid the HSSS/Khartoum FIR below FL260 due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity.
South Sudan 15 Apr
Risk summary updated: Impact of Sudan military coup.
Iraq 11 Apr
Risk summary updated: Increased risk around ORSU/Sulaimaniya airport due to Turkish drone attacks.
Moldova 06 Apr
Moldova AIP SUP: In Moldova's airspace (the LUUU/Chisinau FIR) there is a section of airspace along the western border with the LRBB/Bucharesti FIR that is open for flights to LUKK/Chisinau airport.
Libya 22 Mar
Risk summary updated to include revised US airspace warning, permitting flights in the overwater portion of the HLLL/Tripoli FIR.
Somalia 21 Mar
New France Notam: French operators should stay at or above FL260 in the HCSM/Mogadishu FIR, except in the overwater portion.
Libya 21 Mar
US SFAR updated: flights remain prohibited in the HLLL/Tripoli FIR, but are now permitted in the overwater airspace off the north coast of Libya and a tiny portion in the south of the FIR over Chad.
Mali 17 Mar
UK Notam: Potential risk to overflights of Mali at all flight levels (increase from FL250 as per UK AIP).
Ethiopia 10 Mar
Germany AIC (moved from Notam): German operators should not enter the Tigray region in northern Ethiopia (previous AIC said they must not enter).
North Korea 28 Feb
Risk summary updated to include recent missile launches.
North Korea 27 Feb
New US FAA Information Note: Sheds some light on the risks posed from several recent missile launches, including one that transited the UHHH/Khabarovsk FIR and then landed inside the RJJJ/Fukuoka FIR near several international airways.
Mali 23 Feb
Risk summary rewritten to include US FAA's updated advice - caution at all flight levels (up from FL260).
Mali 23 Feb
US FAA Notam, advice updated: now advising US operators to use caution in the airspace of Mali at all levels - an increase from FL260.
Mali 23 Feb
US FAA Background Notice, advice updated: now advising US operators to use caution in the airspace of Mali at all levels - an increase from FL260.
Afghanistan 13 Feb
New Italy Notam: Italian operators should stay at or above FL320 in the ORBB/Baghdad FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry.
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.
Iran 03 Feb
Risk summary updated: Lufthansa temporarily suspended all flights to Iran as a precaution, after an Israeli drone attack on a munitions factory near Isfahan.
Congo DRC 30 Jan
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 Congo DRC fighter jet came under fire from the Rwandan military.
Rwanda 30 Jan
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 Congo DRC fighter jet came under fire from the Rwandan military.
Ethiopia 19 Jan
UK Notam: Potential risk to overflights of the HAAA/Addis Ababa FIR at all altitudes from anti-aviation weaponry.
Turkey 09 Jan
Turkey Notam extended: Expect GPS interference in Turkish Airspace.
Somalia 06 Jan
Risk summary updated: US restrictions updated, flights below FL260 now allowed for flights to/from HDAM/Djibouti airport across the border in the airspace of Ethiopia.
Saudi Arabia 27 Dec
Germany AIC: Potential risk to landing anywhere in Saudi Arabia, but should not operate to airports in the southwest part of the OEJD/Jeddah FIR due to the risk of drone and missile attacks from Yemen.
Somalia 27 Dec
Updated US SFAR, warning amended: US operators are prohibited operating below FL260 in the airspace of Somalia (the HCSM/Mogadishu FIR). Aircraft transiting through the airspace to or from HDAM/Djibouti airport across the border in the airspace of Ethiopia (the HAAA/Addis Ababa FIR) are permitted to operate below FL260 providing they remain overwater and fly a published instrument procedure or stay under the direction of ATC.
Myanmar 06 Dec
Risk summary updated: New airspace warning from Germany cautioning against flights below FL160 due to a potential risk from military ops, surface-to-air fire and anti-aviation weaponry.
Ethiopia 02 Dec
Risk summary updated: Improving airspace risk picture in northern Ethiopia since peace deal, though airspace warnings remain in place.
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.
Turkey 22 Nov
Risk summary updated: Flights in southern Turkey may be at increased risk due to recent shelling and rocket strikes near the border with Syria.
United Arab Emirates 25 Oct
Risk summary updated: No reported drone or missile strikes from Yemen since a ceasefire was agreed in April 2022, but this has not been extended as of Oct 2022, and there are concerns that the conflict may start up again soon.
Saudi Arabia 25 Oct
Risk summary updated: No reported drone or missile strikes from Yemen since a ceasefire was agreed in April 2022, but this has not been extended as of Oct 2022, and there are concerns that the conflict may start up again soon.
Yemen 25 Oct
Risk summary updated: No reported drone or missile strikes coming from Yemen since a ceasefire was agreed in April 2022, but this has not been extended as of Oct 2022, and there are concerns that the conflict may start up again soon.
Japan 04 Oct
Risk summary updated: North Korea fired a ballistic missile directly over Japan - the first to incur on Japanese airspace since 2017. Risk to aircraft from debris from missile re-entries striking aircraft overflying the oceanic part of the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR over the Sea of Japan.
Azerbaijan 16 Sep
Risk summary updated: border waypoints reopened between Armenia and Azerbaijan following clashes, Canada issues airspace warning.
Armenia 16 Sep
Risk summary updated: border waypoints reopened between Armenia and Azerbaijan following clashes, Canada issues airspace warning.
Syria 11 Jun
Risk summary rewritten to update major events.
Moldova 17 May
Country summary updated: Moldova expands section of open airspace on their western border with the LRBB/Bucharesti FIR for flights to LUKK/Chisinau airport.
Egypt 31 Mar
Egypt summary updated, US airspace warning rescinded.
Ukraine 28 Feb
Country summary updated to reflect flight bans issued by several countries due to risk from military conflict.
Russia 28 Feb
Country summary updated to reflect airspace warnings issued by several countries due to risk from military conflict in Ukraine.
Belarus 28 Feb
Country summary updated to reflect airspace warnings issued by several countries due to risk from military conflict in Ukraine.
Western Sahara 21 Nov
Risk summary rewritten and updated.
Afghanistan 27 Sep
Risk summary updated, primary risks, major events.
31-May Sudan
France Notam extended: French operators should not enter the airspace of Sudan, nor file Sudanese airports as alternates. [Notam LFFF F0887/23]
14-May Ethiopia
Italy Notam extended: Italian operators exercise caution in the HAAA/Addis Ababa FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry. [Notam LIRR A3296/23]
10-May Israel
New Israel Notam: Israel are advising caution in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza - rocket attacks on Israel and Israeli air strikes on targets in Gaza. [Notam A0513/23]
05-May Iraq
Iraq Notam extended, no change to warning: Operators should expect GPS jamming on approach to ORER/Erbil Airport, as well as for overflights heading southbound in the northern part of Iraq along airway UM688 from RATVO to VAXEN. [Notam ORBB A0398/23]
02-May Sudan
Risk summary updated: Conflict continues despite ceasefire, Sudan airspace closed.
27-Apr North Korea
New Italy Notam: Italian operators should exercise caution in the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR due to risks from missile launches without prior notice. [Notam LIRR A2880/23]
21-Apr Sudan
New UK Notam: UK operators should not enter the airspace of Sudan due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity. [Notam EGTT V0010/23]
21-Apr Sudan
New Germany Notam: German operators are prohibited from entering the HSSS/Khartoum FIR due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity. [Notam EDWW B0264/23]
17-Apr Sudan
New Italy Notam: Italian operators should avoid the HSSS/Khartoum FIR below FL260 due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity. [Notam LIRR A2602/23]
15-Apr South Sudan
Risk summary updated: Impact of Sudan military coup.
11-Apr Iraq
Risk summary updated: Increased risk around ORSU/Sulaimaniya airport due to Turkish drone attacks.
06-Apr Moldova
Moldova AIP SUP: In Moldova's airspace (the LUUU/Chisinau FIR) there is a section of airspace along the western border with the LRBB/Bucharesti FIR that is open for flights to LUKK/Chisinau airport. [AIP SUP 06/23]
EZZZ / Europe 09-Jun Estonia, Finland and Latvia have all warned that reports of GPS interference / jamming are increasing this month in the Baltic region - likely a response to last week's drone attacks in Russia. They are advising operators to be aware of possible GPS outages.
XASI / 02-Jun North Korea intends to launch another satellite in the coming days after the last one failed on May 30. South Korea, Japan and the Philippines have all issued airspace warnings for falling debris by Notam. The exact timings are apparently being kept a secret. See our recent article for a full briefing.
UUZZ / Russia 02-Jun There was a large-scale drone attack on various targets near Moscow on May 30. At least five were either shot down or jammed by air defence systems near the city. This may be a sign of intensifying airspace risk away from the Ukrainian border - there are no new airspace warnings. Continue to monitor safeairspace.net for live updates.
HSZZ / Sudan 01-Jun The airspace closure in Sudan has been extended to June 16. That means there’s no ATC at all in Sudan, and none in South Sudan above FL245. The conflict on the ground is still ongoing, and this week the two rival military groups have suspended talks. If you absolutely have to cross Sudan’s airspace, there’s a contingency plan in place which you should read - and check HSSS Notam A0077/23 for a summary.
GQZZ / Mauritania 01-Jun A head’s up for crew security on layovers - there have been violent protests in major cities in the past few days following the death of a person in custody. This is expected to continue. Police have used live firing to break up the crowds, with at least one fatality. Keep an eye on the US Embassy website for any updates.
ZKZZ / North Korea 31-May Airspace warnings have been lifted for portions of the East China Sea, Yellow Sea and Philippine Sea after North Korea launched a satellite on May 30. Details are scarce, but it seems to have failed. The launch violated several UN rules, and had potential to endanger aircraft across multiple FIRs - we’ll keep an eye out for any future attempts.
XASI / 30-May North Korea has warned it plans to launch a satellite into space sometime between May 30 - June 10, but haven’t provided specific windows. An airspace warning has been issued by South Korea for portions of the Yellow Sea, East China Sea and the Philippine Sea east of Luzon island due to the risk of falling debris (RKRR Notam Z0291/23 refers). Advice is to avoid the areas if practical, and monitor ATC for any updates.
OSZZ / Syria 29-May There was another airstrike on various targets in Damascus on May 29 - the latest since OSAP/Aleppo was damaged a month ago. Air defence systems over the city were activated which can put aircraft at serious risk from mistaken identity, or misfire. The OSTT/Damascus FIR is an active conflict zone, and should be avoided at all levels. Several states (including the US) continue to ban operators from entering it. More info on safeairspace.net.
KATL / Atlanta USA 25-May A major flight attendant union has planned a rally for May 25. This is expected to be peaceful, but it may restrict access to airport entrances. Allow a little extra time for sign-on.
RJTT / Tokyo Haneda Japan 24-May IFALPA has issued a new safety bulletin for the airport. During the upcoming warmer months, prevailing wind is often southerly. This introduces more challenging approaches due to noise abatement - including LOC and VOR procedures which need special care. The bulletin is a handy briefing on what to expect, and how to protect your aircraft.
GAGO / Gao Mali 22-May The airport closed on May 22 due to a UAS crash on the runway. Reports suggest it was a Malian Air Force drone. Some Notams were issued advising the runway was closed, but these have since been cancelled, so it’s not yet clear if the runway is operational.
MKZZ / Jamaica 18-May The US has re-issued its travel advisory fro Jamaica, which includes several districts which have a “Do Not Travel” warning in place. Crew on layovers should pay attention to security and safety including at resorts and hotels. A state of emergency has been in force since 2022, and it appears like the situation is not improving.
MTZZ / Haiti 18-May The US has re-issued a “Do Not Travel” warning for Haiti due to an ever increasing security risk. If you are travelling from MTPP/Port au Prince pay special attention to local news as roadblocks happen often and with little notice, and keep an eye on the US Department of State website for further information.
MTCH / Cap Haitien Haiti 15-May Be especially careful of crew security at or near the airport, May 17-21. The US Embassy has issued a warning about protests and roadblocks over a local political event that may turn violent. Keep an eye out for additional updates on the Embassy website.
LLZZ / Israel 15-May Rocket attacks have continued in the past few days near Gaza - especially Jerusalem and Ashkelon. This follows hundreds fired on May 10, some reportedly targeting Tel Aviv. There are no new disruptions to report at LLBG/Tel Aviv, but aircraft in Israeli airspace need to be prepared for short notice airport closures or re-routes at all times if air defense activity takes place. See safeairspace.net for more info.
EPZZ / Poland 15-May There was a high-profile balloon incursion in the EPWW/Warsaw FIR on May 12. It was spotted in Eastern Poland near the Belarusian border - level unknown. Spill-over risks from the conflict in Ukraine continue to be present in this area. While there are no active airspace warnings for Polish airspace, we continue to recommend operators avoid the eastern portions.
LLZZ / Israel 11-May There was a major rocket attack on May 10, likely related to military activity in Gaza. Close to three hundred were fired toward the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR - most were destroyed by air defense systems. The Israeli CAA has issued a new security advisory. Essentially, they suggest operators at all levels monitor any available threat information (LLLL Notam A0513/23 refers). You can find a full briefing on Safeairspace.net.
OPZZ / Pakistan 10-May Be careful with security on layovers - there have been violent protests in Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi and other major cities in the past 24 hours over the high-profile arrest of a prominent politician. This is expected to continue. The US Embassy has issued a new warning - essentially to avoid any crowds and continue to monitor their website for new security alerts.
OAKB / Kabul Afghanistan 08-May There was a rocket attack at the airport on May 5, during a high-profile political visit. Several reportedly landed in public areas and caused injuries. It’s not clear yet who was responsible. The OAKX/Kabul FIR is an active conflict zone, and is dangerous for civil aviation. US operators remain banned apart from select airways near the border with Pakistan. Safeairspace.net has more info.
HSZZ / Sudan 08-May IATA published a new brief on May 5 on the situation in Sudan. The HSSS/Khartoum FIR remains closed - only humanitarian flights are allowed, and they need prior approval (HSSS Notams A0070 and 81 refer). There are still no air navigation services in adjacent South Sudan above FL245. You can find useful flight planning contingencies for both north/south and east/westbound routes attached, which avoid the affected airspace.
FAZZ / South Africa 04-May Load shedding is once again impacting South Africa. Whilst most airports are not reporting any major outages, crew should be very careful of their personal security whilst on layovers. Phone and internet may not be available during outages and that there is an increased risk of blackouts and civil disruption.
DNMM / Lagos Nigeria 04-May Airport worker unions caused disruptions at the airport on May 3, reportedly ‘taking over’ various airline counters. This led to extensive flight delays. They previously closed roads to the airport. Unions have threatened to continue these types of disruptions throughout May if an agreement over pay and conditions isn’t reached - DNAA/Abuja may also be affected.
LLZZ / Israel 03-May At least thirty rockets were fired into Southern Israel from Gaza on May 2. Some were destroyed by air defense systems which can put civil aircraft at additional risk. This follows another major attack from Lebanese territory earlier in April. Ops at LLBG/Tel Aviv were not affected, but aircraft should be prepared for short notice closures and re-routes at all times in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR. Safeairspace.net has more info.
OSAP / Aleppo Syria 02-May The airport was damaged again by an airstrike on May 1. It is now closed until at least May 5 (OSAP Notam A0074/23 refers). Syrian airspace (the OSTT/Damascus FIR) remains an active conflict zone with several risks to civil aviation. US operators remain banned - see safeairspace.net for more info.
HSZZ / Sudan 01-May Sudan is closed to all flights except humanitarian and evac flights with prior permission (HSSS A0070/23). In South Sudan, air navigation services remain suspended above FL245 (HSSS A0069/23). Fighting has continued in Khartoum despite a ceasefire. Several countries have issued airspace warnings for the HSSS/Khartoum FIR, due to risks from anti-aircraft weaponry and military activity. See safeairspace.net for more info.
HSZZ / Sudan 28-Apr EASA has published a new Conflict Zone Information Bulletin for the HSSS/Khartoum FIR. Due to ongoing fighting, civil aircraft are at increased risk from anti-aircraft fire including artillery and surface-to-air missiles at all levels. They recommend operators avoid the airspace completely. It’s not binding, but member states are likely follow this advice with their own official warnings, and possible flight bans. Keep an eye on safeairspace.net for updates.
SAEZ / Buenos Aires Argentina 25-Apr Protestors blocked major access roads to the airport on April 25 over electricity outages. Police moved them on but until the issue is resolved, more demonstrations are likely. Official advice is to avoid any roadblocks and be patient following the instructions of authorities.
SPZZ / Peru 25-Apr SPJL/Juliaca reopened on April 25, having closed back in January due to widespread civil unrest. The security situation in Peru is still unstable though, and there are no major improvements to report. Protests remain a problem - take special care to monitor travel advisories before layovers. The US Dept of State is a good place to start, and includes advice for Lima (attached).
HSZZ / Sudan 24-Apr Update on the security situation: All air navigation services remain suspended (including above FL245 in South Sudan). Fighting has continued, and embassies have now been evacuated in Khartoum. HSSK/Khartoum airport is closed, but no Notams are being issued. The UK and France are now advising operators not to enter the airspace of Sudan. Germany has prohibited operators from the HSSS/Khartoum FIR. Sudan should not be used for overflights or alternates at this time due to severe safety risks and lack of any kind of assistance on the ground. More info at Safeairspace.
KZZZ / USA 20-Apr The SpaceX super heavy rocket finally launched from Southern Texas on April 20, but later failed. Hazard areas in the Gulf of Mexico and Pacific have now been canceled for the remaining back up days.
KZZZ / USA 19-Apr SpaceX have delayed the launch of their massive new super heavy rocket again which will affect traffic in the Gulf of Mexico and Hawaii. The next attempt will be on April 20, between 13:28-14:28z. April 21-23 remain back up days. For more info, see the FAA’s hazard briefing attached.
VYZZ / Myanmar 18-Apr Myanmar’s main airport VYYY/Yangon was targeted again by resistance groups on Apr 16 - this time a missile attack on some fuel tanks on the military side of the airport. This was at least the third attack on the airport in recent weeks. The security situation in Myanmar has deteriorated since the military coup in Feb 2021, with increasing clashes between resistance groups and the military regime. Check Safeairspace before operating.
HSZZ / Sudan 17-Apr Due to the ongoing security situation following the military coup, all air navigation services have been suspended in Sudan’s airspace (including above FL245 in adjacent South Sudan). There is ongoing fighting there between government and militant forces. HSSK/Khartoum airport is effectively closed. If routing via nearby airspace, be aware of other active warnings in close proximity.
HSSK / 15-Apr Gunfire and explosions have been reported in Khartoum. A militant group is actively fighting with armed forces - possibly a coup attempt. It's being widely publicised the airport has been seized, but this is unconfirmed. Its operational status is currently unknown. The US Embassy is currently advising citizens to shelter in place. We'll continue to keep you updated as more info comes to hand.
ORZZ / Iraq 13-Apr Militant groups have threatened to target military aircraft in the ORBB/Baghdad FIR with a type of man portable air defence system (MANPAD). This reinforces known risks to civil aviation there, especially at lower levels - they may be mistakenly targeted. Check Safeairspace for a full briefing.
VVNB / Hanoi Vietnam 13-Apr The US Secretary of State is visiting Hanoi from April 14 - 16. Keep an eye out for airport closures and delays when he arrives and departs. So far minimal disruption reported - VVNB Notam A1005/23 says expects short delays around 1500 local time on April 14, but these have a habit of being extended.
KZZZ / USA 13-Apr The FAA has published a new Information Note which warns against the risks of pilots inhibiting TAWS aural alerts. The NTSB believes this has been a contributing cause to recent CFIT accidents. They recommend that all Part 135 and 91 operators have training and procedures in place specifically for the use of the inhibit function.
KZZZ / USA 12-Apr SpaceX has delayed the launch of its super heavy rocket until April 17, with back up days on April 18 - 23. The new launch window will be 12:00 - 15:05z. There will be disruptions to traffic in the Gulf of Mexico, and near Hawaii. For a full briefing, see our latest article.
SLVR / Santa Cruz Bolivia 11-Apr Political protests blocked access to the airport on April 11, causing flight disruptions. As the reasons behind it are unlikely to be resolved any time soon, more unrest is likely. The official advice is not to try and get past any road blocks - avoid them, and wait for police.
OSZZ / Syria 11-Apr There were more airstrikes on targets in Damascus on April 10. This is the third such event in the city since the start of the month. In all cases, air defence systems were activated which can cause significant risk to civil aircraft through mistaken identity, or by being caught in the crossfire. US operators remain banned from the OSTT/Damascus FIR at all levels. For a full briefing, see safeairspace.net.
ORZZ / Iraq 11-Apr Turkey targeted ORSU/Sulaimaniya airport (in the Kurdistan region) with a drone attack on April 7, with an explosion reported. This follows news that Turkey has closed its airspace to any flight operating to or from it over security concerns. More attacks are possible which could place civil aircraft at risk both on the ground or in the air.
VYZZ / Myanmar 10-Apr Myanmar’s main airport VYYY/Yangon was targeted with improvised artillery rounds on Apr 6. The attack temporarily closed the airport. There are still no details on the extent of the damage caused. The security situation in Myanmar has deteriorated since the military coup in Feb 2021, with increasing clashes between resistance groups and the military regime. Check Safeairspace before operating.
LLZZ / Israel 07-Apr At least thirty rockets were fired into Northern Israel from Lebanon on April 6. A large number were destroyed by air defenses - it’s not clear yet who was responsible. It was the largest attack from Lebanese territory in decades. A northern portion of the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR was reportedly closed. No reports of disruptions at LLBG/Tel Aviv airport - although all aircraft should be ready for short notice closures and reroutes. Safeairspace.net has more info.
LTZZ / Turkey 06-Apr Odd news from Turkey. It has closed its airspace to all flights serving ORSU/Sulaimaniya airport in the Kurdistan region of Iraq over security concerns. There is suspicion that a political group there has ‘infiltrated’ ops at the airport. No other government has reported the issue. LTAA Notam A2315/23 refers.
HCZZ / Somalia 06-Apr Two security concerns to report from the past couple of days. On April 3, an explosion and gunfire were reported next to the airport. Then on April 5, there was a mortar attack on a government building less than a mile away. Despite Class A airspace now permanently active in the HCSM/Mogadishu FIR, put serious thought into safety risks if you need to divert.
KZZZ / USA 05-Apr Be careful if using or hearing the term ‘instantaneous wind.’ The NTSB are worried that it is not defined in any FAA publication, and pilots may not be aware of the potential risk of using it. It’s been blamed for a runway overrun accident last year at KASE/Aspen when the ATIS was reporting wind that was beyond an aircraft’s operational limits. For more info, see the attached link.
LLZZ / Israel 05-Apr At least nine rockets were fired into Southern Israel from Gaza on April 5. Some were destroyed by air defense systems. There were no reports of disruptions at LLBG/Tel Aviv, but similar events have closed the airport in the past. Continue to be prepared for short notice impacts in the LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR as air defense activities continue to take place.
KZZZ / USA 05-Apr SpaceX is planning to test launch a heavy rocket on April 10, with back up days on April 11 and 12. For launch, there will be two hazard areas extending into the Gulf of Mexico, off the south-eastern coast of Texas near Harlingen. Several coastal airways will be affected between 1200 - 1600z each day. Reentry will then affect traffic in and out of Hawaii, with some mainland US routes impacted between 1310 and 1745z. See the FAA’s briefing (attached) for more info.
OSZZ / Syria 03-Apr There were more airstrikes in and around Damascus on April 4. OSDI/Damascus was reportedly targeted along with several other locations. Air defences over the city were activated, but there are no reports of damage. Aircraft in the OSTT/Damascus FIR are at constant risk from these types of events - see safeairspace.net for a full briefing.
LTZZ / Turkey 03-Apr Member report of more jamming in northern Turkey: Radar jamming in LTAA/Ankara FIR on airway UN644 between NAPIP- ROLIN. This route is just below the No Fly Zone by about 40nm. Company planes reported GPS signal loss, ADS-B failure, fake calls on guard and satcom inop. Once the aircraft crossed into the UGGG/Tbilisi FIR everything came back.
OSZZ / Syria 02-Apr There was another airstrike near the city of Homs (50nm north of Damascus) on April 2. This follows a missile attack on targets in or near Damascus itself on March 30. These types of events are expected to continue creating major risk to civilian traffic at all levels in the OSTT/Damascus FIR. Several major states completely ban operators from this active conflict zone. See safeairpace.net for more.
LLBG / Tel Aviv Israel 31-Mar Be prepared for more disruptions at the airport due to political protests. They’re flaring up again - earlier this week, flights were briefly suspended. The latest is that on March 30, a major highway through the city was blocked, affecting a main route to the airport. It looks like the unrest will continue into the coming weeks - we’ll keep you posted on any impact to aviation.
SBBR / Brasilia Brazil 30-Mar Watch out if heading to the airport on Mar 30 - the former president is heading home after an extended trip to the USA, and protestors and supporters are expected to be there to ‘welcome’ him. Access to the airport is likely to be an issue, and security will be heightened. If anything kicks off it might be some level of flight disruption.
OSZZ / Syria 30-Mar Several missiles were fired at targets in or near Damascus on March 30. Air defense systems over the city destroyed some of them. This follows an airstrike which closed OSAP/Aleppo just last week. Civil aircraft remain at serious risk from these types of events in the OSTT/Damascus FIR. Several states, including the US, ban operators from entering. See safeairspace.net for more info.
FAZZ / South Africa 29-Mar South African authorities are suspending a whole load of instrument approaches at airports nationwide, possibly due to ICAO audit concerns. See our post for more info.
ZKZZ / North Korea 29-Mar More missiles were fired without Notam. We have decided to stop alerting on these unless there is a significant event, or change to the known risk. Visit Safeairspace for more information on the risk. South Korea releases notams (after the event) advising of missile launches from North Korea as well.
LLBG / Tel Aviv Israel 28-Mar There were long delays at the airport on Mar 27, following a nationwide strike that led to violent protests. At one point the airport reportedly suspended all flights in and out. The nationwide strike has now been called off after the government announced they will delay their judicial reform plans, and the airport is operating normally again, but expect smaller-scale protests to continue until the political dispute is resolved.
FLKK / Lusaka Zambia 27-Mar The US VP is heading to Zambia and will fly via FLKK/Lusaka so security is going to be high there while she heads in and out - which looks like it will happen on Mar 31 and Apr 1. Expect some disruption and delays if there around those dates.
HAZZ / Ethiopia 26-Mar The peace deal in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region seems to be holding. However a temporary government has just been put in place pending elections which have no date. This may motivate rebel groups to act up. Several states still have airspace warnings in place for the HAAA/Addis FIR, which are set for review. For now, take extra care operating at low level or planning a layover. Safeairspace.net has a full briefing.
DGAA / Accra Ghana 26-Mar The US VP is visiting Accra and will depart sometime on March 29. You can expect some extra security at DGAA/Accra, and disruptions as they plan on closing access roads to the airport on both March 28 & 29.
VIZZ / India 22-Mar The Indian PM is travelling around the country on Mar 25. Increased security is likely at VOBL/Bangalore as he flies in and out, and at VOBG/HAL and at the newly opened (and as yet ICAO-less) Shivamogga Airport.
HLZZ / Libya 22-Mar The US FAA have updated their airspace warning for Libya. Flights remain prohibited in the HLLL/Tripoli FIR, but are now permitted in the overwater airspace off the north coast of Libya (as well as a tiny portion in the south of the FIR over Chad). Check our article for more info.
OSAP / Aleppo Syria 22-Mar The airport was hit by another airstrike on March 22. It is now closed until March 24 (OSAP Notam A0055/23 refers). The field has been damaged several times by military action since late last year - the OSTT/Damascus FIR is an active conflict zone with serious risks for civil aviation - see safeairspace.net for more info.
OPPS / Peshawar Pakistan 20-Mar There is a raised terror risk in the Peshawar region. You can expect heightened security and possible disruption in and around OPPS/Bacha Khan airport.
FAZZ / South Africa 20-Mar Mar 20 is ‘National Shutdown’ day - basically a huge politically led day of protests. Most of the protesting is restricted to city centers, but FAOR/Johannesburg is expecting some disturbances and has shut some access roads. FACT/Cape Town and FALE/Durban have beefed up their security and have staff contingency plans in place to ensure ops as normal.
YZZZ / Australia 19-Mar It is being widely reported that GPS jamming is occurring off the North Western Coast of Australia, which is suspected to originate from military ships in the area. Continue to report any incidents of interference to controlling ATC.
ZKZZ / North Korea 19-Mar Another ballistic missile test was reported on March 19, which landed in the Sea of Japan. Like other recent launches, there were no prior airspace warnings. This is becoming an almost weekly occurrence - safeairspace.net has a full briefing on this persistent threat to aircraft in or near the ZKKP/Pyongyang FIR.
GAZZ / Mali 17-Mar The UK has issued a Notam expanding its airspace warning for Mali to all flight levels, due to the potential risk from anti-aircraft weaponry. Previously, as per the UK AIP, the warning only applied up to 25,000ft AGL. Mali doesn’t have it’s own FIR - it sits under the DRRR/Niamey and GOOO/Dakar FIRs - so caution if overflying these areas.
GUCY / Conakry Guinea 17-Mar The protest planned for Mar 15 has been reschedule for Mar 20. It will route along major roads in the city, and via GUCY/Conakry airport. Security is going to be on full alert, and there might be some disruptions for passengers attempting to reach the airport while the protesters are on the march.
ZKZZ / North Korea 16-Mar There was yet another unannounced missile launch on March 16. It seemed to coincide with a high profile political visit to Japan. Like most, the missile landed in the Sea of Japan with no Notams issued for civilian traffic - our latest article has a full brief on this persistent threat.
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