750-km NOTAM Sparks Questions Over Pakistan’s Next Missile Move
What Happened
Pakistan has issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) restricting a roughly 750-km stretch of airspace spanning parts of Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and adjoining maritime areas. The unusually large exclusion zone has prompted speculation among defence observers that Islamabad may be preparing for a major missile or rocket-system test.
Key Takeaways
Attention is focused on the Fatah-3 supersonic cruise missile, a system Pakistan recently unveiled. However, Pakistan has not officially confirmed that the airspace restrictions are linked to a Fatah-3 test. Analysts note that the size of the restricted zone is larger than what is typically seen for routine artillery or short-range rocket exercises, fueling speculation about a more advanced weapon trial.