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Record Flight Delays Hit Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport Amid Multiple Operational Challenges

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דווח לראשונה בYnet · Jul 27, 2026

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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 departure delays reached 63 minutes, with only 14% of flights on time. Despite operational challenges, airport authorities and airlines are working to manage the disruptions and advise passengers to stay informed.

01Ben Gurion Airport recorded an average 63-minute delay on 1,675 departures last week, the highest this year.
02Over 30 US military refueling planes remain at the civilian airport, straining capacity during peak summer traffic.
03Radar failure in Greece and Eurocontrol system malfunction caused widespread European airspace delays affecting Israel flights.
04Blue Bird, Tus Airways, and Arkia experienced the longest delays, with Blue Bird averaging 112 minutes.
05About 50% of landings were on time, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi among the least delayed destinations.
06Airport authorities warn of capacity limits and advise passengers to check flight updates and follow airline guidance.

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