Iran Reopens Eastern Airspace To International Overflights

Overview

• Iran’s civil aviation authority announced an official green light for international aircraft to pass through eastern Iran airspace.
• Officials said some airports have partially reopened and flight operations are starting again in stages.
• The update covers transit flights only, and authorities have not detailed which airports are operating or how many flights are running.
• The move could let airlines restore shorter routings across Iran once carriers and regulators issue operational guidance.
• Kyodo News reported the announcement from Istanbul and Hokkaido Shimbun Digital published it, underscoring the official nature of the change.