Airline pilots must be able to decide for themselves to refuse flights over conflict zones without being subjected to commercial pressure, the International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations (IFALPA) has said, as tensions in the Middle East severely disrupt air traffic.
The organization emphasizes that the war in Iran has made certain regions particularly dangerous, with drone and missile attacks that could directly threaten civilian aircraft. In this context, it believes that security must take precedence over any economic considerations.
According to IFALPA, pilots must have final authority to accept or reject a route, free from influence from airlines or other industry players. This demand aims to strengthen the protection of crews and passengers.
Air traffic disruptions are already visible. Emirates, for example, is operating at approximately 69% of its normal capacity, according to industry data, due to airspace restrictions and security risks.
Furthermore, international bodies have condemned certain airspace violations related to the conflict, increasing concerns about air transport safety in the region.
In this context, aviation professionals are calling for increased vigilance and safety-focused decision-making, as conflict zones continue to expand and impact global traffic.
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