Jinnah International Airport in Karachi has resumed full flight operations following a temporary closure earlier Thursday, according to Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). The temporary suspension started around noon but ended earlier than anticipated allowing both domestic and international flights to resume on time, according to The Express Tribune and Dunya News as well as Dawn news channels as well as The Neutral. PAA had initially issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) alerting airmen of its decision to suspend operations until midnight for operational reasons, without providing specifics. But later they announced the airport was back open without restrictions or cancellations of flights. Naxals Killed in Chhattisgarh-Telangana Clashes +6 | The Express Tribune Passengers are advised to maintain communication with their airline to obtain up-to-date flight status information and ensure timely coordination to avoid any inconveniences, according to The Neutral and The Express Tribune (both are publications of The Independent Group). Karachi Airport temporarily suspended operations amid rising regional tensions that have had an impactful ripple-through into neighboring countries’ air travel networks – for instance India suspended flight operations at 24 airports due to rising tensions with Pakistan, according to WHEC.com +2 and AP News +2. Jamaica Gleaner reports this situation is ongoing as tensions escalated further between Pakistan and India and consequently suspended all air travel between them and Jamaica Gleaner reports this development as well. PAA has assured all major airports across Pakistan – Lahore, Islamabad and Sialkot airports included – remain fully functional without interruption after experiencing brief interruption due to this brief shutdown of services by ISPs, such as Dawn +5 The News International +5 Bloom Pakistan +5. PAA assured the public that coordination between airport management and airlines remains active to ensure safe travel services, and ensure any new developments will be communicated immediately through official channels. Al Sadat Marketing/Bloom Pakistan also expressed their assurance. Travelers should check flight statuses frequently and adhere to guidance issued by airlines and airport authorities for an optimal journey experience. Al Sadat Marketing Resumption of flight operations at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport underscores aviation authorities’ efforts to maintain stability and minimize disruptions amid challenging circumstances. As events unfold, PAA remains dedicated to safeguarding Pakistan’s air travel infrastructure for public safety and integrity.
