Afghanistan's Taliban government has found a new source of revenue by charging airlines for using its airspace, especially as regional conflicts have made alternative routes less viable. Following the easing of restrictions by the United States aviation authority, commercial flights over Afghanistan have surged, with over 200 planes traversing the country daily and generating millions in monthly fees. While the income is not transformative, it provides a much-needed financial boost to a country facing severe economic and humanitarian challenges. The increased air traffic also helps reinforce the Taliban's authority and image as a functioning government, despite ongoing international isolation and concerns about safety and transparency in transactions.