Freedom of Overflight
/ˈfriːdəm əv ˈoʊvərˌflæɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The right of an aircraft to fly over the territory of a foreign country without landing or seeking permission each time.
The treaty granted freedom of overflight to all member states, facilitating international air travel.
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- freedom of overflight
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Commentary
Freedom of overflight is a fundamental principle in international air law, balancing state sovereignty with the need for global air connectivity.
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