The non-passing of airlines in Afghanistan’s skies during the Taliban era
The non-passing of international airlines in Afghanistan’s skies after the Taliban came to power has become one of the major problems for the country’s economy and air communications. Due to the prevailing security and political conditions in Afghanistan, many airlines have decided not to fly through Afghanistan’s airspace. This issue has several important consequences:
1. Reduction of transit revenues: the passage of airplanes through the airspace of any country is usually accompanied by the payment of transit fees. With the reduction of flights crossing the skies of Afghanistan, these important foreign exchange revenues for the government have decreased and have had a negative impact on the country's economy.
2. Increasing air isolation and limited communications: The lack of international flights passing through Afghanistan has limited the country's air communications and deprived people of access to fast and affordable flights. This aerial isolation has reduced Afghanistan's commercial and economic relations with other countries.
3. Impact on the economy and tourism industry: flight restrictions and the uncertainty of airlines have led to a decrease in tourists and international investors in Afghanistan, and this issue has had a negative impact on the damaged economy of the country. The lack of foreign tourists has directly and indirectly reduced job opportunities and foreign exchange earnings.
4. Security concerns and flight insurances: Many airlines have decided to avoid flying over Afghanistan due to concerns about the security situation and the possibility of armed conflicts or threats from terrorist groups. In addition, flight insurance costs for companies that decide to cross this airspace have increased dramatically.
5. Impact on domestic transport: Interruption of international transit flights can also affect domestic transport costs, as domestic companies operate on longer and more complex routes to meet people's needs.
This situation has led to further isolation of Afghanistan at the international level, and without improving the security conditions and creating confidence for the airlines, the continuation of this situation can cause more problems for Afghanistan’s economy and communications.