The IDF spokesman’s statement, which was followed by a refinement of the directives of the Home Front Command which forbids gatherings of over 1,000 people, caught the Israelis off guard. Many of them have already started their Passover vacation, since the schools have already gone on vacation, and now they are apparently required to calculate a route re.
Network spokesman: “In accordance with the instructions of the security system, as of 07:30 in the morning, the airspace of the State of Israel has been opened and the Air Force Base is back in operation. The flight schedule from Tel Aviv is expected to change. The traveling public is asked to check with the airlines and on the airport authority website regarding the new flight times before arriving at the airport. The domestic airports will open during the day. We will continue to update according to developments.” Today, regarding 52 thousand passengers were supposed to pass through the airport, a new record in six months, but due to the situation, the number dropped to regarding 35 thousand.
In the meantime, a Fly Dubai plane that took off from the Emirates towards Tel Aviv turned around in the air and returned to Dubai. The Lufthansa Group canceled its flights that were supposed to fly to Israel tonight. Companies such as Wizz Air and Air Europe also announced the cancellation of flights to Israel in the next day only.
In addition, El Al flights LY082 and LY088 from Thailand are retracing their steps and will land in Bangkok due to the closure of the airspace over Jordan. Following the security situation, El Al allows its customers a flexible change and cancellation policy. El Al spokespersons: “In light of the closure of the airspace over Israel, some El Al flights are cancelled. All the changes to the flights are detailed in the attached table. Regular updates will appear on the El Al website and on social networks, and customers whose flights will be canceled will be informed of an alternative as soon as possible. We would like to remind you that El Al is in contact with the security forces and the Fields Authority the airport, and will act according to the instructions that will be given to it.”
Arkie Company announced In addition tonight, because in light of the closure of the airspace, changes will be made to the company’s morning flight schedule:
* Flight 611 to Seychelles will take off at 07:30
* Rhodes flight 073/4 will leave on time at 08:00
* Flight 771 to Gnoval will take off at 09:00
* Flight 211/2 to Athens is postponed to a later date
* Flight 338 from Milan is postponed to a later date
* Flight 779/780 to Geneva is postponed to a later date
Domestic flights for tomorrow are cancelled. More details and an update of the next flight schedule will be provided later and in accordance with developments.
Message from Israir: “We would like to inform you that in light of the security situation and the closure of the airspace, we are forced to make changes to the flight schedule on Sunday 4/14/24. All domestic flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat and from Eilat to Tel Aviv are cancelled. Some of the Israir international flights – as of this moment are postponed. Notifications will be sent to the relevant passengers.
“It should be noted that we operate according to the instructions of the Airports Authority and the Home Front Command and recommend that you keep up to date on Israir’s website, the Home Front Command website, as well as through the media.”
A message on behalf of Air France and KLM: In light of the prevailing security situation in Israel in the last day, the group is forced to cancel its flights as follows: Air France flights on Sunday 4/14 and Monday 4/15 to and from Israel are cancelled, KLM flights on Sunday 4/14 to and from Israel are cancelled. The group allows policy changes and flexibility for those leaving the country until April 22 in accordance with the published conditions.
Following the instructions, the Association of Kinneret Cities announced that “following the directives of the Home Front Command, due to the security situation, starting Saturday evening, April 13, 2024, and until further notice – all parking lots and beaches of the Association of Kinneret Cities will be closed. Those staying on the beaches at this time are asked to evacuate by morning, for their safety “. Currently, beyond the Kinneret Cities Union, it appears that the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea will also remain closed.
RTG spokesperson update: Following the assessment of the situation and the guidance of the Israel Police, the following sites will be closed to visitors today: Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, Masada National Park, Tel Arad National Park.
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