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Ben Gurion Airport Prepares for One of Its Busiest Summer Days with Over 100,000 Passengers

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First reported by Channel 13 · 13 hours ago

What happened

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 refueling may cause occasional delays. Travelers are advised to check updates and prepare for longer wait times.

01Ben Gurion Airport expects over 100,000 passengers on Thursday, marking a peak summer travel day.
02August will see more than 2.6 million passengers, reflecting aviation recovery in Israel.
03Flight schedules currently operate normally without major delays.
04Heavy congestion is evident in check-in, security, and boarding areas during peak hours.
05Staff shortages in aircraft refueling could cause occasional delays in flight turnaround.
06Passengers are advised to check real-time updates and arrive early to manage wait times.

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