Emergency landing is a common occurrence in the world of air travel. Whenever a plane faces a technical problem or any other issue that requires an emergency landing, it can do so by obtaining permission from the country concerned.
This raises the question: can an Indian plane be allowed to make an emergency landing in Pakistan? This question becomes especially important when there is tension between two countries, such as between India and Pakistan. Let’s find out if an Indian plane can make an emergency landing in Pakistan.
What are the Rules of Emergency Landing?
Emergency landing means that an aircraft has to abort its flight and land immediately due to an emergency. In such cases, the aircraft is allowed to land at the nearest airport, whether it is an Indian aircraft or that of another country.
This rule is established under international aviation rules and applies to all countries. India and Pakistan have always had a tense relationship and border disputes have often arisen in their air traffic as well.
However, according to international aviation rules, if an Indian aircraft needs to make an emergency landing in Pakistan’s airspace, Pakistan is obliged to allow the landing on an emergency basis.
International Aviation Rules
As per the rules set by ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), an aircraft has the right to make an emergency landing, and the country concerned is required to grant permission for landing.
If an Indian aircraft has to make an emergency landing in Pakistan, Pakistan has to grant permission for it, even if there is political tension between the two countries.
This rule is related to the safety of the aircraft and it is given priority. However, Pakistan may consider political and security concerns before granting permission for landing.
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