What is a NOTAM?

A NOTAM, or Notice to Airmen, is an essential communication tool in aviation that conveys critical information necessary for the safety and efficiency of flight operations. It includes updates about various factors that might affect flight routes, airport conditions, airspace use, and other operational considerations. This information can cover everything from runway closures, obstacles, changes in navigational aids, to temporary flight restrictions due to events like military exercises or natural disasters.

The focus of a NOTAM is on providing operational updates that pilots and flight crews need to be aware of when planning their flights or during their flights, ensuring that they have the current information to make informed decisions regarding safety. While information related to flight training updates, airline ticket prices, or in-flight service changes might be relevant in other contexts, they do not pertain to the operational information intended for pilots and air traffic personnel as conveyed by a NOTAM.