Global Airlines Reroute Amid Iran Airspace Closure

Iran temporarily closed its airspace to most flights, prompting airlines worldwide to cancel, reroute, or delay. The move, amid tensions with the U.S., affected Indian carriers like IndiGo and Air India. Airlines, including Lufthansa and flydubai, adjusted operations due to risks of military action.

Iran's abrupt closure of its airspace late Wednesday sent shockwaves through global aviation, with airlines scrambling to cancel, reroute, or delay flights. The closure, initially set for two hours, extended into the night amid threats of U.S.-Iran military action.

Notable carriers like IndiGo and Air India faced delays due to the ban, while Russia's Aeroflot retreated back to Moscow. As tensions flared, Germany's Lufthansa and others revised Middle Eastern flight paths, echoing the United States' existing ban on flights over Iran.

Flight safety organizations warn of potential misidentification of civilian aircraft and missile threats. As geopolitical tensions rise, airlines like Lufthansa and ITA Airways are adjusting schedules, avoiding overnight stays, and planning alternative routes in a bid to maintain safety. Industry observers brace for further disruptions.