Airlines avoid military conflict zone between India and Pakistan

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has just requested Vietnamese airlines to have an operational plan to ensure safety in the event of a military conflict between India and Pakistan.

To ensure safety for flights to, from and over India and Pakistan, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam recommends that Vietnamese airlines regularly monitor developments of armed conflicts in this region to proactively assess the impact.

At the same time, airlines need to review current operating plans and air routes to select alternative air routes if necessary, ensuring that aircraft operate to avoid affected areas, air routes, and airports.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam also recommends that airlines do not choose as backup airports airports that have been announced to be closed or airports located near affected airspace areas.

In addition, airlines need to promptly inform passengers in case flight plans are changed due to military conflicts. During the implementation process, if there are any difficulties or problems, airlines need to report to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam for timely consideration and resolution.

Several Asian airlines are also rerouting or canceling flights to and from Europe due to fighting between India and Pakistan. Singapore Airlines has stopped flying over Pakistani airspace since May 6.

Taiwan's EVA Air has diverted flights to and from Vienna. Korean Air has avoided Pakistani airspace for flights between Incheon, South Korea, and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Thai Airways said it would reroute flights to destinations in Europe and South Asia.

The Association of Asia- Pacific Airlines has also expressed concerns about the impact of the above conflict on aviation operations.

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Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/cac-hang-bay-tranh-khu-vuc-xung-dot-quan-su-giua-an-do-va-pakistan-post794272.html