Conflict between Israel and Iran Halts Flight Services to Middle East
U.S. flights to Middle Eastern regions temporarily halted due to escalating Israel-Iran tensions
Here's the lowdown on the current flight scenario between the US and Middle Eastern countries amid the tension between Israel and Iran:
Putting the Brakes on Flights
- United Airlines has put a stop to its daily Newark Liberty International Airport (New Jersey) to Dubai flights due to regional strife. A date for resumption has yet to be disclosed.[1][2]
- American Airlines has temporarily ceased flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Doha, Qatar, with the suspension due to persist until June 22, as communicated by an airline representative.[1][2]
- Delta Air Lines has suspended services between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Tel Aviv, Israel, with the current plan for a discontinuation lasting until Aug. 31.[1]
Global Repercussions
- British Airways has suspended all flights to Dubai and Doha indefinitely, as well as flights to Bahrain until the end of June.[2][3]
- Singapore Airlines has paused its Singapore-Dubai service following a security assessment.[2]
- Air France has ceased flights to and from Dubai and Riyadh until further notice, with Tel Aviv flights halted until July 14.[3]
- Kuwait Airways has suspended all flights departing from Kuwait.[3]
- Pakistan International Airlines has cancelled flights from Pakistan to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Dubai.[3]
Redirecting Flight Paths
Numerous airlines are retooling their flight paths to bypass hazardous airspace, opting for longer routes via the Caspian Sea or through Egypt and Saudi Arabia. This shift is resulting in increased flight durations, fuel consumption, and operational costs.[2]
Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving situation!
- Iran
- Israel
- American Airlines
- United Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
Sources:
[1] Kerry Breen, "Flights Between U.S. and Middle East Suspended Amid Israel-Iran Conflict," ourNews.com, [date], URL.
[2] "Flight Suspensions to Middle East Countries Amid Israel-Iran Conflict," AviationA2Z, [date], URL.
[3] "Travel Disruptions to Middle East Countries," aviationnews.com, [date], URL.
Author:
Kerry Breen, News Editor, ourNews.comA graduate of New York University's Arthur L. Carter School of Journalism, she previously worked at NBC News' TODAY Digital. She covers current events, breaking news, and issues including substance use.
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