FAA ISSUES CAUTIONARY NOTAM FOR PAKISTANI AIRSPACE
February 25, 2019
At the end of December 2018, the FAA issued a Notice to All Airmen (NOTAM) advising U.S. air carriers and commercial operators to exercise caution when flying into, out of, or over Pakistan due to continuing militant/extremist activity. According to the notice, risks include attacks against airports and aircraft, particularly for aircraft on the ground and aircraft operating at low altitudes, including during the arrival and departure phases of flight. While there have been no recent reports of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) being used against civil aviation, these weapons may be present in the area and pose some risk. Air carriers are encouraged to stay vigilant for any further FAA alerts and to report any security incidents.
If you have any questions, please contact Evelyn Sahr (esahr@eckertseamans.com or 202-659-6622); Drew Derco (dderco@eckertseamans.com or 202-659-6665), or Alexander Matthews (amatthews@eckertseamans.com or 202-659-6633).
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