Additional US Air Force refueling aircraft are reportedly heading to Israel, raising concerns at Ben Gurion Airport of severe disruptions to flight operations, according to a report.
The Zioneer has previously reported on a series of US refueling aircraft deployments to and from Ben Gurion Airport over recent weeks, amid the US military campaign against Iran. A new report Friday indicates that additional US Air Force refueling tankers are now en route to Israel, as fears of escalation persist. The report, described as a first publication, warns that Ben Gurion Airport expects severe disruptions to civilian flight operations as a result. The specific number of aircraft and their timeline remain unconfirmed. The report comes amid broader concerns about the impact of the US military buildup on Israel's civil aviation.
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