Israeli Airlines Eye Abu Dhabi as Dubai Flights Remain Grounded
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Israeli airlines El Al, Arkia, and Israir are considering direct flights from Tel Aviv to Abu Dhabi as security issues continue to ground flights to Dubai. The move follows FlyDubai's postponement of its return to Israel after a September hijacking attempt, which led to security disagreements between Israel and the UAE. The new Abu Dhabi route aims to partially restore direct air travel between Israel and the UAE.
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- Israeli airlines may launch direct flights from Tel Aviv to Abu Dhabi due to Dubai security issues.
- FlyDubai has postponed its return to Israel until at least November 30.
- Security disagreements between Israel and the UAE have suspended flights to Dubai for months.
- The proposed Abu Dhabi route aims to partially restore direct air travel to the UAE.
- Etihad Airways currently flies between Israel and Abu Dhabi.
Israeli airlines are considering a new route to the United Arab Emirates, potentially shifting operations from Dubai to Abu Dhabi due to ongoing security concerns at Dubai International Airport. El Al, Arkia, and Israir are exploring the possibility of launching direct flights between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi, according to Mako. The Israeli Ministry of Transport has expressed support for this initiative, but final approval hinges on security clearance for the new routes.
This potential shift comes after the Dubai-based airline FlyDubai postponed its return to the Israeli market until at least November 30. The disruption in air travel began following an attempted hijacking of a FlyDubai plane in late September. In response, Israel demanded enhanced security measures at Dubai Airport, including additional screening equipment and access for Shin Bet personnel. However, UAE authorities did not agree to all of Israel's demands, leading to the continued suspension of regular flights by Israeli carriers to Dubai for several months.
Opening routes to Abu Dhabi could partially restore direct air links between Israel and the UAE. Etihad Airways, an Emirati airline, currently operates flights between Israel and Abu Dhabi, offering connecting services to other destinations. Specific timelines for the launch of new Israeli flights to Abu Dhabi have not yet been announced.
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