Airspace Closures Disrupt Europe-Gulf And Asia Routes
Flights across the Middle East were rerouted on February 28, 2026, after explosions were reported in Tehran, Isfahan, and other Iranian cities. Israel said it had launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran, while the US announced major combat operations targeting Iranian missile capabilities. The conflict has resulted in airspace closures and diversions, with Iran’s civil aviation authorities announcing a full airspace closure until further notice. The immediate disruption is likely to hit Europe-Gulf and Europe-Asia routings, according to AeroTime.