Originally Posted by PLeblond

From this, many airlines are choosing to avoid Pakistani Airspace, including AF, BA, LH and EK. None of the airlines have made statements as to why, though it suggests it could be to put pressure on Pakistan by not paying overflying fees. Personally, I think that explanation is a little far fetched as I doubt it would make that much of a difference and airlines bare the cost of the fuel for the added flight time. But the announcement by the airlines do seem to suggest it is their choice and not imposed onto them.


https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/luft...nsions-8335792