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Ben Gurion Airport Sees 709% Surge in Traffic Fines After Camera Installation
Ben Gurion Airport has seen a 709% increase in traffic tickets since August 2024, issuing nearly 51,000 fines in 2025 compared to 6,305 in 2022. This surge is attributed to a new automated camera enforcement system installed by the Israel Airports Authority.
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- 01Ben Gurion Airport issued 709% more traffic tickets in 2025 than in 2022.
- 02A new automated camera system installed in August 2024 is the primary cause of the ticket increase.
- 03Nearly 51,000 traffic tickets were issued at the airport in 2025.
- 04Fines collected in 2025 reached approximately 16.5 million shekels.
- 05Most tickets are for parking violations, with fines going to the state treasury.
- 06A free waiting lot is available to help drivers avoid illegal stops and fines.
The fines, primarily for illegal parking, generated approximately 16.5 million shekels in 2025 alone, with all revenue going to the state treasury. Drivers can utilize a free waiting lot to avoid these penalties.
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