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Israeli Airlines Use Leased Foreign Planes and Crews, Raising Security Concerns
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Most flights by Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir are conducted using "wet-leased" foreign aircraft and crews, bypassing some Israeli security checks. The arrangement, approved by Prime Minister Netanyahu, has drawn scrutiny following an attempted terror attack on a flydubai flight.
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- Arkia and Israir heavily rely on wet-leased foreign planes and crews, bypassing some Israeli security.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu approved the security arrangements for these leased flights.
- The issue gained prominence after an attempted terror attack on a flydubai flight.
- Israeli officials are debating responsibility for aviation security and calling for resignations.
- An investigation into the security failures has been initiated by the Prime Minister.
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