Ben Gurion

The success of Air Haifa in getting most flights out on time during the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport brings the northern airport back to the center of the discussion on the future of aviation in Israel with plans to expand operations. However, the short runway, the lack of land, and the seaport prevent it from becoming a real alternative to Ben Gurion.

Dozens of mayors and council heads from the South and the North have appealed to party leaders with a demand to include in their platforms a commitment to establish an international airport in the South. They are asking to agree first on the regional location, while deferring the decision on the specific site.

Just before the end of the summer season, the Ukrainian airline SkyUp has launched an unprecedented promotion, offering flight tickets to various destinations, including Israel, starting at 35 euros.

A Blue Bird flight to Crete scheduled for 14:00 was delayed at the airport, leaving passengers stuck inside the aircraft on the ground for about an hour and a half. Air conditioning was minimal despite the intense August heat. Some passengers called the police and banged on the cockpit door until a door was opened for ventilation. Blue Bird apologized, citing heavy air traffic congestion in...

Israel is in urgent need of an additional airport as Ben Gurion Airport reaches its capacity. Despite 17 years of planning, the government remains undecided on the location, funding model, and operator for the facility.