Air India’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Campbell Wilson on Monday said the airline is losing over Rs. 660 million daily due to Pakistan’s ongoing airspace ban.

The ban has forced the airline to reroute flights to Western destinations, adding over an hour to flight durations. Operational costs have spiked as a result.

The longer routes have increased fuel consumption, crew expenses, and logistical challenges, and significantly hurt the airline’s profit margins. Key direct routes have been deeply affected, the CEO added.

Pakistan imposed the airspace ban after India launched missile attacks beyond the line of control. Pakistan retaliated by shooting down six Indian fighter jets, including the incredibly potent Rafale aircraft. Pakistan’s defense systems also targeted major Indian military systems, such as the S-400 defense system.

Air India has formally approached the Indian government to seek compensation as the alternate flight paths are causing congestion in international air corridors.