Recent tensions in the Middle East have led to significant disruptions in regional flight operations, including airspace congestion and closures, rerouting, and operational risks that impact both international and business aviation. The NATA team is actively monitoring developments and stands ready to assist members in navigating the challenges posed by this fluid and complex environment. NATA encourages all operators with planned or ongoing activity in the region to remain engaged with advisories and safety guidance, including regularly checking the FAA’s Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices page. For questions or guidance related to flight operations in the Middle East, contact NATA’s Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Jenny Ann Urban at jurban@nata.aero.
Additionally, alerts from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) warn of an increased threat environment in the United States. Operators should review the latest National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin released on June 22, 2025. NATA urges members to subscribe to NTAS Alerts and to review DHS’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Cybersecurity Best Practices.
The NATA team will continue to share updates in NATA News as needed.
Additional Resources
Link to FAA’s Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices page
Link to full NTAS Bulletin
Link to CISA website: https://www.cisa.gov/ and best practices: https://www.cisa.gov/topics/cybersecurity-best-practices
Link to National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program: https://www.dhs.gov/nter-partner-program-support
Link to: If you see something, say something: https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something. This campaign focuses on raising awareness on the signs of terrorism/terrorism-related crime while providing resources on how to report suspicious activity. Suspicious activity and threats of violence should be reported to local law enforcement, FBI Field Offices, and your Local Fusion Center. In case of emergency, call 911.