A civilian drone entered the airspace of Ben Gurion Airport on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a halt to all landings and takeoffs, according to journalist Dan Fisher (N12). The nature of the drone and the circumstances of the intrusion are under investigation.
A civilian drone entered Ben Gurion Airport's airspace at approximately 12:54 Jerusalem time on Wednesday, August 5, triggering an immediate halt to all departing and arriving flights. The incident was first reported by journalist Dan Fisher (N12), who described the event as a first publication. Airport authorities have not yet released an official statement on the duration of the disruption or the type of drone involved.
Ben Gurion Airport has seen a number of security and operational disruptions in recent months. The Zioneer has previously reported on a security incident that closed runways on July 1, an emergency landing by an aerial refueling aircraft on June 23, and luggage delays attributed to the presence of US military refueling aircraft on July 30. The current drone intrusion appears to be a distinct event, though its cause and potential connection to broader aerial activity remain unconfirmed.
No injuries have been reported, and normal operations are expected to resume once the airspace is cleared. The Zioneer will continue to monitor for official updates from the Israel Airports Authority and the Israel Air Force.
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