The conflict between Iran and Israel has complicated airline operations, prompting many Western airlines to avoid Iranian airspace despite its partial reopening. With Russia's ban on Western planes, airlines face challenges in navigating conflict-laden regions. Pakistan's closure of airspace to Indian carriers adds another layer of difficulty, particularly affecting Air India, which can no longer fly non-stop to some destinations. Analysts note that such rerouting due to military tensions has occurred before, but the current circumstances present unique challenges for airlines navigating a complex geopolitical landscape.
Brendan Sobie, a Singapore-based aviation analyst, emphasizes that it's not unusual for airlines to reroute due to conflicts, but the current situation is particularly complex due to multiple airspace restrictions occurring simultaneously.
John Grant, chief analyst at OAG, points out that the closure of airspace between Pakistan and India significantly affects Air India's operations, forcing the airline to stop during flights to the United States.
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