A technical failure in Europe's central air traffic management system is causing flight delays to and from Israel during peak summer travel. The malfunction has been repaired, but airlines are working through a backlog and delays may continue. Travelers are advised to check with their carriers before heading to the airport.
A technical failure in Europe's central air traffic management system is disrupting flights to and from Israel during one of the busiest travel periods of the year, according to reports. The malfunction has been repaired, but delays may continue as airlines work through the backlog. Travelers are being urged to check directly with their carriers before heading to the airport.
The disruption follows a series of operational challenges at Ben Gurion Airport this summer. As The Zioneer reported on July 26, a critical radar failure in Greece caused delays on flights from Israel to Europe. Earlier in July, a new EU biometric border system (EES) led to long queues, with at least ten Israeli travelers missing connecting flights. The airport also faced logistical strain from the presence of U.S. military refueling aircraft, which contributed to tarmac congestion and parking shortages, and the IAA warned in June that up to 100,000 July passenger tickets were at risk of cancellation due to a fuel-truck shortage.
The extent of the current disruption and the timeline for full restoration of normal flight schedules have not been disclosed.
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