Bay of Bengal NOTAM Alert: Airspace Restrictions Off Vizag Coast Till Dec 2
India has issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) restricting airspace over a vast Bay of Bengal region near Visakhapatnam from December 22-24, 2025. The closure spans a 3,240 km long-range sea-based missile test corridor, impacting flights, drones, and maritime activities off the Vizag coast.
The NOTAM covers coordinates from Vizag southward, prohibiting unauthorized low-level flights below 10,000 feet during specified hours daily. Likely tied to DRDO missile trials from coastal platforms, it ensures safety amid high-velocity tests. Pilots and fishermen receive advisories via ATC and IMD bulletins to avoid the zone.
Coastal residents may notice increased naval presence and flight diversions, while airlines adjust schedules minimally. This underscores Vizag's strategic defence role near key naval bases. Mariners should monitor INCOIS warnings—perfect chance to watch for test spectacles from safe shores
