According to a representative of Vietnam Airlines, several flights were rerouted today to avoid Pakistani airspace. These flights included: VN36, VN37 between Hanoi and Frankfurt, Germany; VN30, VN31 between Ho Chi Minh City and Frankfurt; VN10, VN11 between Ho Chi Minh City and Paris, France; VN18, VN19 between Hanoi and Paris; and VN50 from London, UK to Ho Chi Minh City.
In the coming days, flights between Vietnam and Europe may continue to be adjusted depending on the regional situation. Vietnam Airlines is closely monitoring updates from relevant authorities and will promptly inform passengers of any changes to their flight itineraries.
Vietnam Airlines reroutes flights to Europe to avoid Pakistani airspace. Image: VNA.
The airline representative stated that the flight path adjustments may result in longer flight times and additional operational costs. However, this necessary step demonstrates the airline’s top priority of ensuring the absolute safety of passengers, crew, and flights. Vietnam Airlines seeks the understanding and cooperation of passengers in this unforeseen situation.
As reported by Tien Phong, on May 7, India conducted airstrikes on nine locations in Pakistani territory and Pakistan-controlled Kashmir. These strikes were in response to a terrorist attack two weeks ago that claimed the lives of over 20 civilians in the India-administered Kashmir region. Pakistan confirmed attacks on five locations and vowed to retaliate.
Following India’s attacks, Islamabad and Rawalpindi – the headquarters of the Pakistani military – announced the complete closure of their airspace to all countries, including their own civil aviation. Only essential flights are currently permitted.
“Pakistan is a no-fly zone for the next 48 hours,” stated the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority.
Pakistan closed its airspace for 48 hours after Indian military strikes on terrorist camps. Image: X.
India has also restricted civil aviation operations at several airports along its western front bordering Pakistan. If Pakistan escalates the situation, New Delhi has stated that it will retaliate decisively.
Moreover, the Indian armed forces launched missile attacks on nine targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir during the ‘Operation Sindoor’ this morning.
According to NDTV, on April 24, Pakistan also closed its airspace to flights owned, leased, or operated by Indian carriers.
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