UAE Cancels Permits for Israeli Rescue Flights, Stranding Passengers
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Israeli rescue flights from Dubai are in jeopardy after the UAE unilaterally canceled operating permits for Israir Airlines, leading to the cancellation of an October 8th flight. Passengers were notified of the cancellation, and the airline is seeking a resolution. The Ministry of Transportation had previously stated the operation to return Israelis from Dubai was nearing completion.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- UAE authorities canceled Israir Airlines' permits for rescue flights from Dubai.
- An October 8th rescue flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv has been canceled.
- Israir is working with authorities to find a solution for stranded passengers.
- An update on the flight status is expected by 10:00 AM on October 7th.
- The Ministry of Transportation had indicated the rescue operation was nearing its end.
Israeli passengers scheduled to return from Dubai on an October 8th rescue flight have been notified of its cancellation after authorities in the United Arab Emirates revoked the operating permits for Israir Airlines. While only one flight has been canceled so far, the future of other planned rescue flights to Israel remains uncertain.
Israir informed affected passengers that the permits for flight 6H662 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, scheduled for October 8th, were unilaterally canceled by UAE authorities. The airline stated it is working with officials to determine if the flight can proceed or if an alternative solution can be found, promising an update by 10:00 AM on October 7th.
Earlier, the Ministry of Transportation had indicated that the operation to bring Israelis back from Dubai was expected to conclude on Thursday. The ministry reported that the initial flights had already landed in Israel on Friday and that the operation was ongoing to ensure a swift and safe return for all Israelis. The ministry added that it continues to monitor passenger needs and adjust transportation services based on developments and demand.
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