EASA CZIB CZIB-2026-06
Airspace of Lebanon
Summary
The document titled 'Airspace of Lebanon' is a safety information bulletin issued by EASA concerning the FIR Beirut (OLBB) airspace at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights the high risk to civil aircraft due to ongoing military conflict and instability in Lebanese airspace, affecting all operators subject to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA. No specific aircraft types or engine models are referenced.
What Changed
This bulletin introduces a formal warning and operational restriction advising air operators not to operate within Lebanese FIR Beirut airspace due to heightened military activity and insufficient airspace risk management by Lebanese authorities. It establishes a high-risk designation for all altitudes and flight levels within this airspace until at least 31 August 2026.
Why It Matters
This matters to aviation professionals because it directly impacts flight planning and operational safety for EU and third country operators flying to, from, or within the EU who may transit Lebanese airspace. Operators must consider the elevated risk of military conflict and airspace violations, which could jeopardize aircraft safety and regulatory compliance.
What To Do
Affected air operators should avoid operating within the FIR Beirut airspace at all altitudes and flight levels until further notice or the expiry date of 31 August 2026. They must continuously monitor regional airspace developments, follow all official aeronautical publications and restrictions issued by Lebanese and neighboring states, and adhere to guidance from their national authorities and EASA's information sharing platforms.
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