The Israel Airports Authority announced Monday evening that the Eurocontrol air traffic control system in Brussels has returned to full operation. The authority warned that some residual delays are expected in the coming hours as operations normalize, according to Din Fisher (N12).
The Israel Airports Authority (IAA) announced this evening (Monday, 21:34 Jerusalem) that the Eurocontrol air traffic control system in Brussels has resumed full operation following a malfunction that disrupted flights to and from Israel earlier in the evening, according to Din Fisher (N12). The authority warned that some residual delays are expected in the coming hours as operations normalize.
The initial disruption was first reported by the IAA at 20:51 Jerusalem, when the authority warned of a malfunction in Europe's air traffic management system causing prolonged delays. At the same time, the IAA identified the Eurocontrol system in Brussels as the source of the malfunction. At 20:51, Channel 12 reported that airlines had activated an emergency plan, drastically reducing approved takeoffs from all Israeli airports. The IAA then issued a warning of significant delays due to the Eurocontrol malfunction, also at 20:51.
The IAA has been managing a range of operational challenges this summer, including logistical strain at Ben Gurion Airport linked to the presence of US refueling aircraft and a shortage of fuel trucks, as The Zioneer reported in June. The authority has also navigated routine maintenance closures and other disruptions.
While the Eurocontrol system has been restored, the IAA advises passengers to check with their airlines for any residual schedule changes in the coming hours.
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