Airlines Adjust Flights Amid Middle East Conflicts

In response to rising tensions in the Middle East, multiple international airlines have suspended or rerouted flights. Airlines such as AEGEAN AIRLINES, AIR ALGERIE, and AIR FRANCE-KLM have taken various measures, affecting numerous routes to cities including Tel Aviv, Beirut, and Amman. These adjustments prioritize passenger safety.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-08-2024 13:21 IST | Created: 22-08-2024 13:21 IST
Airlines Adjust Flights Amid Middle East Conflicts
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Rising tensions in the Middle East have prompted several international airlines to suspend or reroute flights to ensure passenger safety. Airlines such as AEGEAN AIRLINES, AIR ALGERIE, and AIR FRANCE-KLM have implemented various measures affecting major routes.

The Greek carrier AEGEAN AIRLINES has cancelled flights to and from Amman, Beirut, and Tel Aviv until different dates in late 2025. Similarly, the French-Dutch airline group KLM has halted all flights to Tel Aviv until Oct. 26, while its low-cost unit Transavia has extended these suspensions even further.

Meanwhile, other airlines including AIR INDIA, CATHAY PACIFIC, and UNITED AIRLINES have also adjusted their services, prioritizing passenger safety by either suspending flights or avoiding affected airspace. These operational changes demonstrate the aviation industry's response to geopolitical uncertainties.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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