Middle East Airspace Restrictions - Geopolitical Tensions

Situation Overview

Restricted airspace in Iranian Flight Information Region (FIR) and surrounding areas due to escalating geopolitical tensions. Airlines are routing flights significantly further south and west, adding 45-90 minutes to flight times. Multiple major transcontinental routes experiencing major delays.

Additional Details

Overflight restrictions expanded at 14:30 UTC on March 6, 2026. Airlines implementing contingency routing through Gulf of Oman and Indian Ocean corridors. Fuel surcharges of 8-12% being applied by major carriers.