ALPA India issues Middle East flight advisory
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Mar 17, 2026 · Last updated Mar 19, 2026
The advisory from International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations highlights increased operational risks for airlines flying in the Middle East, potentially impacting flight schedules, insurance costs, and profitability for carriers. The ongoing conflict involving United States, Israel, and Iran has already led to flight cancellations and airspace closures, creating uncertainty for the aviation and insurance industries.
The International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations (ALPA India) issued a safety advisory to its members, urging pilots operating under Indian licences to exercise heightened situational awareness and ensure appropriate operational risk assessments for flights in or near conflict-affected areas of the Middle East. This advisory comes amid an escalating war in West Asia involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has resulted in airspace closures and flight cancellations since February 28. ALPA India also advised pilots to seek clarity from operators regarding aviation insurance coverage, particularly war-risk clauses, as providers may limit or withdraw coverage in designated conflict zones. The India — Ministry of External Affairs of India reported that approximately 280,000 citizens have returned to India from West Asia since the conflict began, with flight situations gradually improving despite initial disruptions.
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