El Al Suspends Marrakech Flights Amid Security Concerns
Translated & summarized from Globes by baba
El Al has suspended its new route to Marrakech, Morocco, until at least December 15, citing the need for security approvals. This follows similar suspensions by Arkia and Israir due to Israeli security demands. The ongoing issues with Israeli airlines and Dubai also continue without a resolution. Affected passengers can receive refunds, credit vouchers, or rebook flights to European destinations.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- El Al suspends its new Marrakech route until at least December 15 due to security approvals.
- Arkia and Israir have also halted ticket sales and operations to Marrakech.
- The suspensions are a result of new security directives from Israeli authorities.
- Passengers affected by El Al's suspension can get refunds or rebook flights to Europe.
- Ongoing issues persist regarding Israeli airlines' flights to Dubai.
El Al, Israel's national airline, announced on Thursday that it is suspending its new route to Marrakech, Morocco, operated by its subsidiary Sun D'Or. The launch, initially planned for November 16, has been postponed until at least December 15. The airline stated it is in continuous contact with security officials and relevant authorities to obtain necessary approvals.
This decision follows similar moves by other Israeli carriers. Arkia announced on Wednesday that it was halting ticket sales for its Marrakech route, citing demands from Israeli security officials. Arkia, which has been flying to Marrakech since August, is exploring alternatives, including operating flights through commercial partners and leased aircraft, should Israeli authorities decide to cease all Israeli airline flights to Morocco.
Israir had also announced three weeks prior an expansion of its operations in Morocco. However, last week, the company decided to freeze its plans due to an incident involving a Flydubai flight and new security directives issued in its wake.
The situation highlights an ongoing complication regarding Israeli airlines and Dubai, where a resolution satisfying Israeli security systems and permitting flights has yet to be reached. Passengers who have already purchased tickets for the suspended El Al flights are offered a full refund, a credit voucher for future use, or the option to change their flight to another El Al or Sun D'Or destination in Europe within three days before or after their original departure date, without additional fees.
