Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission Decides to Reopen Jordanian Airspace - Jordan News
Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission Decides to Reopen Jordanian Airspace Captain Haitham Misto, Chief Commissioner of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC), announced on Sunday that Jordan has reopened its airspace to civil aviation traffic following a risk assessment conducted by the Commission. اضافة اعلان He emphasized that the closure decisions taken since the onset of the recent events were tactical and temporary, aimed at addressing specific short-term concerns. In a statement to the Jordan News Agency (Petra), Misto noted that the Commission continues to closely monitor developments in the region and assess their potential risks to civil aviation, in order to make informed decisions regarding the continued opening or possible closure of the airspace. He added that airlines have been notified of the decision to reopen the airspace so they can resume scheduled flights and redirect those previously diverted to alternate destinations back to Amman. Misto stressed that the Commission will make appropriate decisions regarding air traffic based on ongoing developments and their impact on civil aviation, prioritizing the safety of travelers. The Commission had temporarily closed Jordan's airspace on Saturday evening, suspending all incoming, outgoing, and transiting flights as a precaution due to the escalating regional tensions. Misto explained that the closure decision aligns with international civil aviation safety agreements, including the Chicago Convention, which governs rules of air navigation and flight safety. He reaffirmed that airspace safety and the safety of passengers remain top priorities for the Commission, and that all decisions are made within its precautionary protocols.
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