Civil Aviation Authority: Iraqi airspace fully reopened at all airports.
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority announced on Tuesday the reopening of Iraqi airspace to air traffic, following a comprehensive assessment of the security situation and coordination with relevant national and international authorities. In a statement, the head of the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority, Benkin Rekani, explained that “the decision was based on improved security conditions and confirmation of Iraq’s ability to provide the highest levels of safety and air traffic control for overflight aircraft.”
He explained that “opening Iraqi airspace will contribute to strengthening Iraq’s geographical position as a strategic air corridor linking the East and West, and will help reduce flight times and fuel costs for international airlines.”
The statement noted that “air navigation will be managed in accordance with the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), with full adherence to safety procedures and continuous coordination with the Regional Air Navigation Center and aviation offices of neighboring countries.”
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