Blue Bird Passengers Held Nearly Two Hours on Plane Without Air Conditioning at Ben Gurion Airport

Passengers of Blue Bird Airlines were delayed for nearly two hours inside a plane at Ben Gurion Airport on Monday, after boarding a flight scheduled to depart for Crete, Greece. Despite being on board during the peak of August heat, the aircraft's air conditioning was not functioning, causing discomfort and health issues among travelers. Several passengers, including children, reportedly fainted due to the heat, prompting parents to try to cool their children with wet wipes. One passenger expressed frustration, stating, "We have been inside a closed plane without air conditioning for an hour and 40 minutes, with small children fainting. I've never seen anything like this in my life." The incident highlights concerns over passenger safety and comfort during summer travel delays. The airline and airport authorities have not yet commented on the cause or resolution of the issue.