Ban on airspace of 9 countries including Israel-Iran, DGCA issues no fly advisory

News India Live, Digital Desk: The fierce war that broke out between Israel, Iran and America in Middle East has created panic in the global aviation sector. Considering the horrors of war and the threat of missile attacks, India’s aviation regulator DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) has issued a very strict and important advisory for Indian Airlines. Under this decision, it has been advised to avoid the airspace of 9 sensitive Gulf countries, which will have a direct impact on flights going from India to Europe and the West.

‘Red signal’ if flying over these 9 countries, preparation to change route

Special instructions issued by DGCA to Indian airlines Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar and United Arab Emirates (UAE) It has been asked not to use the airspace or to exercise extreme caution. This step has been taken in view of the risk of missile or drone attacks on aircraft flying in war-torn areas. Airlines have been instructed to choose alternative and safer routes instead of transiting over these countries, even if it involves slightly higher flight time and fuel costs.

Ban on flying below 32,000 feet, know new rules for Saudi and Oman

Just avoiding airspace is not enough, DGCA has also set strict standards regarding altitude. Airlines have been told to Saudi Arabia and Oman in the airspace of FL320 (32,000 feet) Do not fly below. Security experts believe that aircraft above this altitude remain largely safe from any possible ground attack or missile interception range. The regulator has made it clear that there will be no compromise with security.

India on alert mode till March 28, airlines got the task of ’emergency plan’

This advisory has come into effect with immediate effect and currently 28 March 2026 Will remain effective till. DGCA has directed airlines to keep a strong ‘backup plan’ and emergency risk assessment ready. Under this, if the war situation worsens midway, then alternative airports and fuel arrangements will have to be ensured in advance to divert the planes immediately. For up-to-the-minute information to pilots and crew members NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen) so that real-time information about restrictions can be obtained.

What will be the impact on passengers? Flight time may increase

This advisory may have a direct impact on the timing and fares of international flights. Experts say that due to re-routing, the duration of flights may increase by 1 to 2 hours. Now long distance routes will have to be adopted for flights going to Europe and America via Gulf countries. DGCA has said that it is continuously monitoring the situation in West Asia and if necessary, the period of this advisory can be extended further.