EASA CZIB CZIB-2023-01R8
Airspace of Sudan
Summary
The document titled Airspace of Sudan is a safety information bulletin addressing the entire FIR KHARTOUM (HSSS) airspace over Sudan at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights a high risk to civil aviation due to ongoing armed clashes involving military air assets and air-defense systems. The bulletin does not specify particular aircraft or engine types but applies broadly to all operators planning flights in the affected airspace.
What Changed
This bulletin extends the validity of the existing safety information until January 31, 2027, without any changes to the original content. It continues to emphasize the high risk posed by military conflict in Sudan and maintains the recommendation against flying in the affected airspace.
Why It Matters
This information is critical for aviation professionals as it affects flight planning, operational safety, and regulatory compliance for operators flying to, from, or through Sudanese airspace. The ongoing conflict presents a significant threat to aircraft safety due to potential military engagement and the use of anti-aircraft weaponry, impacting risk assessments and insurance considerations.
What To Do
Affected air operators, including EASA and third-country operators authorized by EASA, should avoid flying in Sudanese airspace at all altitudes until further notice. Operators must continuously monitor updates from Sudanese and neighboring states' aviation authorities and follow guidance from their national regulators and the European Information Sharing and Cooperation Platform on Conflict Zones. The extended validity requires adherence to these recommendations at least until January 31, 2027.
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