The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has issued a new Notice to Airmen (Notam) announcing a two-hour suspension of flight operations at Islamabad airport on March 17. This follows a recently withdrawn notice that had scheduled a similar suspension for March 16.

According to the latest Notam, flight operations, including landings and take-offs, will be halted between 08:30 AM and 10:30 AM on March 17. Additionally, six sectors within the Lahore Flight Information Region (FIR) will be temporarily closed to commercial flights on the same day.

Previously, the PAA had advised aircraft captains to ensure sufficient fuel reserves, as flights in the air during the restricted period might need to hold their positions before landing at Islamabad airport.

In a separate development, the PAA has also directed airlines to depart with minimal fuel due to supply constraints exacerbated by the ongoing Middle East conflict. A Notam issued on Saturday highlighted disruptions to jet fuel A-1 availability resulting from the regional situation. Airlines have been advised to procure as much jet fuel as possible from airports abroad. This advisory concerning jet fuel supply will remain in effect until March 31.