The Civil Aviation Authority announced on Tuesday the reopening of the country\u2019s airspace to international air traffic, following a comprehensive security review and coordination with relevant national and international bodies.
\n\u201cThe decision was made based on improved security conditions and Iraq\u2019s confirmed capacity to ensure the highest levels of safety and air traffic control for overflying aircraft,\u201d Benkin Rikani, head of the Civil Aviation Authority, said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA).
\nHe added that the reopening would strengthen Iraq\u2019s geographic role as a strategic air corridor between East and West, and help reduce flight times and fuel costs for international carriers.
\nThe statement noted that air navigation will be managed in line with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards, with full adherence to safety procedures and ongoing coordination with the regional air navigation center and aviation offices in neighboring countries.-Iraqi News Agency<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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