Israel Airports Authority
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Israel Airports Authority, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Four-Year-Old Left Behind at Ben Gurion Airport While Family Flies to Paris
In 2008, a four-year-old girl was accidentally left behind at Ben Gurion Airport while her family flew to Paris. The child was found alone in the duty-free area and later flown to…
Ben Gurion Airport Sees Summer Peak as International Airlines Resume Flights to Israel
Ben Gurion Airport is handling its busiest summer day with 101,000 passengers expected, driven by a surge in international flights. July saw a 37% passenger increase over last yea…
Ben Gurion Airport Prepares for One of Its Busiest Summer Days with Over 100,000 Passengers
Ben Gurion Airport expects over 100,000 passengers on one of the busiest summer days, with flight operations normal but heavy congestion at terminals. Staffing shortages in refuel…
El Al Doubles Profit Amid Iran Conflict Despite Security Operation Losses
El Al doubled its net profit to $132 million in the latest quarter despite a $55 million loss from a security operation amid the Iran conflict. Revenues rose 27% to $986 million…
Ben Gurion Airport Provides Real-Time Crowding Updates and Tips to Ease Summer Travel
Ben Gurion Airport offers a real-time congestion forecast and multiple strategies to help travelers navigate busy summer periods, including online check-in, special lanes, and VIP…
Ben Gurion Airport Faces Peak Crowds in August Amid Delayed US Airline Returns
Ben Gurion Airport expects peak passenger volumes in August, with over 2.6 million travelers on Thursdays and 100,000 daily on average. Passengers are urged to arrive three hours…
Israeli Airport Faces Growing Delays as US Refueling Planes Increase at Ben Gurion
Ben Gurion Airport is experiencing escalating delays due to over 30 US military refueling planes stationed there, with ten more expected soon. Combined with recent air traffic con…
Israeli Aviation Authority Prepares for Record Passenger Traffic Amid Flight Anxiety
The Israel Airports Authority is managing record passenger volumes amid widespread flight anxiety. The author shares personal fears and spiritual reflections on flying, emphasizin…
US Refueling Planes Cause Major Delays at Ben Gurion Airport, Passengers Wait Hours for Luggage
Ben Gurion Airport faces severe baggage delays due to operational strain from US refueling planes, causing passenger frustration and extended waits. The Israel Airports Authority…
Israel Airports Authority Denies Plans to Limit Flights Ahead of Elections
The Israel Airports Authority denied claims of planned flight restrictions before elections, affirming flight schedules follow international aviation rules without political influ…
Record Flight Delays Hit Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport Amid Multiple Operational Challenges
Ben Gurion Airport faced record flight delays last week due to US military aircraft presence, European air traffic control failures, and peak summer passenger volumes. Average dep…
Israel Prepares for Major Flight Delays Following European Air Traffic Control Failure
A failure in the Eurocontrol air traffic system in Brussels is causing major flight delays in Europe, affecting Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. Airlines have activated emergency prot…
ITA Airways Extends Flight Suspensions to Tel Aviv Amid Regional Tensions
ITA Airways has extended its suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv until July 27 due to operational issues amid regional tensions. Ben Gurion Airport also temporarily halted…
Temporary Suspension of Departures at Ben Gurion Airport to Resume at 11 PM
Ben Gurion Airport temporarily suspended departures for routine runway maintenance, with flights set to resume at 11 PM.
US Embassy Warns Citizens to Prepare for Possible Flight Cancellations Amid Middle East Tensions
The US Embassy in Israel warned American citizens to prepare for possible flight cancellations amid rising Middle East tensions, while Israeli authorities strive to maintain norma…
Palestinians Demand Expanded Hours at Allenby Crossing Amid Security Concerns
The Palestinian Sector Coordination Council petitions Israel's Supreme Court to extend Allenby Crossing hours, currently limited due to security concerns and past terrorist attack…
Israeli Airports Authority Assures No Flight Cancellations Despite Security Concerns
Yiftach Ron-Tal, Chairman of Israel Airports Authority, guarantees no flight cancellations at Ben Gurion Airport despite security tensions and potential U.S. military aircraft arr…
Concerns Rise Over Expanded US Military Refueling at Ramon Airport Impacting Eilat Healthcare
Health officials in Eilat warn that expanding US military refueling flights at Ramon Airport could disrupt civilian flights critical for medical services, risking treatment delays…
Israel Airports Authority Warns Additional US Tanker Landings at Ben Gurion Will Force Flight Cancellations
The Israel Airports Authority warns that any additional US refueling aircraft landing at Ben Gurion Airport will force cancellations of civilian flights due to capacity limits. Cu…
Israel Ensures Ben Gurion Airport Operations Amid Missile Threats with Advanced Control System
Israel has deployed an advanced control system at Ben Gurion Airport to enable continued flight operations during missile threats, relying on coordinated air defense and experienc…
Israel Airports Authority Launches Major Tender for Parking Operations at Ben Gurion and Other Airports
The Israel Airports Authority has launched a major tender for managing parking operations at Ben Gurion, Giyus Border Crossing, Ramon, and Haifa airports, expanding services to in…
Israel Faces Flight Disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport Amid US Military Refueling Operations
Ben Gurion Airport faces potential flight cancellations due to US military refueling planes occupying parking spaces amid rising Middle East tensions. Israeli authorities limited…
Israeli Government Approves Unprecedented Compensation for Airlines Over Empty Flights During Security Operation at Ben Gurion Airport
The Israeli government approved up to 55 million shekels in compensation for airlines forced to operate empty flights during the "Roaring Lion" security operation at Ben Gurion Ai…
Efforts Underway to Repatriate Israeli Toddler's Body Amid Expected Ben Gurion Airport Disruptions
Israeli officials are working to repatriate a toddler who drowned in Egypt, anticipating major disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport. This occurs alongside significant legal and secur…
Israel Moves US Air Refueling Planes from Ben Gurion Airport to Military Bases to Avoid Flight Disruptions
Israel will reduce US air refueling planes at Ben Gurion Airport to 20 by July 21, relocating others to military bases to avoid flight disruptions amid regional tensions.
US Launches Major Strikes on Iranian Military Targets Amid Hormuz Strait Tensions
The US Central Command launched extensive strikes on Iranian military targets early Wednesday, marking the first direct action since a recent ceasefire. The operation aims to weak…
US Refuels Planes Continue Landing at Ben Gurion Airport After American Protest
After US protests, Israel reversed a ban on US military refueling planes landing at Ben Gurion Airport, ensuring continued operational readiness amid rising US-Iran tensions.
Ben Gurion Airport Denies Closure Rumors Amid Security Escalation
Amid security tensions, false rumors about Ben Gurion Airport closing have spread online. The Israel Airports Authority denies these claims, confirming the airport remains open an…
Arkia Airlines Offers Free Cancellation Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
Amid rising US-Iran tensions, Arkia Airlines allows free flight cancellations until 48 hours before departure for bookings made by August 31. Concurrently, US military aircraft ev…
Israel Extends Ban on Flights to Dubai Amid Regional Tensions, Causing Major Summer Cancellations
Shin Bet has extended the ban on Israeli airlines flying to Dubai until October due to regional security risks, causing widespread flight cancellations. Foreign carriers continue…
Israeli Airlines Control 64.5% of Ben Gurion Airport Market in June
In June 2026, Israeli airlines El Al, Israir, and Arkia controlled 64.5% of passenger traffic at Ben Gurion Airport, with significant growth in passenger and cargo volumes followi…
Ben Gurion Airport Operates Normally Amid US-Iran Tensions
Israel's Airports Authority confirmed Ben Gurion Airport is operating normally with no flight schedule changes amid US-Iran tensions.
Israel Airports Authority Confirms Normal Operations Amid Iran Tensions
The Israel Airports Authority confirmed that all airports in Israel are functioning normally despite rumors linked to rising tensions with Iran, promising to update passengers if…
Ben Gurion Airport Sets New Passenger Record with 94,000 Travelers in One Day
Ben Gurion Airport expects record passenger traffic in July, with a peak of 94,000 travelers on July 30, reflecting a strong recovery in Israeli air travel. Daily passenger number…
Israel Railways Conducts Soil Tests in Jezreel Valley Ahead of Controversial Airport Project
Israel Railways has begun soil sampling in the Jezreel Valley for a proposed northern airport, despite long-standing opposition from the regional council. The government approved…
Construction Begins on New Tze'eleq Airport Expected to Serve 10 Million Passengers Annually
Construction has started on the Tze'eleq Airport, set to open in early 2028 and serve 10 million passengers annually. The project advances faster than the competing Ramat David Ai…
Israir Cites Foreign Aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport as Excuse for Flight Delays Despite US Planes' Departure
Following the departure of American aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport, which eased congestion and flight cancellation fears, Israir Airlines continues to cite foreign planes as a r…
Ben Gurion Airport Sees Surge to 2.3 Million Passengers in July Amid Airline Returns
Ben Gurion Airport is seeing a strong rebound in July 2026 with 2.3 million passengers and increased flights as foreign airlines return. Despite security challenges and the delaye…
Israeli Ground Handling Companies Demand 10 Million Shekels Compensation from Treasury Over War Losses
Israeli ground handling companies QAS, Eurohandling, and Looper Aviation demand 10 million shekels compensation from the Treasury for wartime losses. The Treasury refuses, citing…
Ben Gurion Airport Reopens Terminal 1 as Passenger Numbers Surge to New Highs
Ben Gurion Airport has fully reopened Terminal 1 to handle a surge in international passengers, expecting 85,000 travelers on July 2 and 2.3 million in July, marking a strong reco…
Ben Gurion Airport Plans Major Terminal 3 Expansion to Handle 40 Million Passengers Annually
Israel Airports Authority is expanding Terminal 3 at Ben Gurion Airport with a new 63,000 sqm wing to handle up to 40 million passengers annually, following a recent increase in f…
Air Haifa Expands With New Regular Flights From Ben Gurion to Ramon Airport
Air Haifa is expanding by launching a new regular flight route from Ben Gurion to Ramon Airport starting late October, increasing its fleet and operations from Haifa Airport, and…
Israeli Summer Travelers Advised on How to Avoid Long Lines at Ben Gurion Airport
Ben Gurion Airport is experiencing rising passenger numbers this summer, with up to 100,000 travelers daily expected in August. To ease long lines, travelers are advised to use di…
Violent Clash Erupts at Ben Gurion Airport Over Delayed Luggage
A delay in luggage delivery at Ben Gurion Airport led to a violent clash between passengers and security, resulting in assaults and a police investigation.
Israel and U.S. Reach Deal to Clear Ben Gurion Parking Crisis
Israel said it has reached an agreement with the U.S. military to accelerate the removal of American aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport. The deal is intended to prevent summer fligh…
Ben-Gurion Airport Parking Crisis Eases as Dozens of Jets Are Due to Leave
Ben-Gurion Airport’s parking crisis has begun to ease after a high-level intervention, with about 20 aircraft due to leave by the end of June or by Tuesday. That could protect Jul…
Night Closures Set on Main Road to Ben Gurion Airport
The Israel Airports Authority announced nightly closures on Road 40 near Ben Gurion Airport from Thursday through Sunday, June 28. The shutdowns, between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m…
Ben Gurion Begins Clearing Fuel Tankers as Summer Travel Surge Builds
Ben Gurion Airport has begun moving American tanker jets out of its parking areas as Israel prepares for the busy summer travel season. The Airports Authority says today will be t…