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airspace

British

/ ˈɛəˌspeɪs /

noun

the atmosphere above the earth or part of the earth, esp the atmosphere above a country deemed to be under its jurisdiction

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China reserved a large offshore airspace for 40 days, from March 27 to May 6, without explanation, an unusual step.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Formally known as “Notice to Air Missions,” or Notams, such designations are intended to inform pilots and aviation authorities of temporary airspace hazards or restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

India's airlines were already having to deal with being banned from Pakistan's airspace for the last year due to tensions between the two countries.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Spain has closed its airspace to US planes involved in attacks on Iran, Madrid's defence minister Margarita Robles has said.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

After several minutes, when I hear an exchange between Plutarch and the pilot confirming that the airspace is clear, I begin to relax a little.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

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