Israel Prepares to Expand Ben-Gurion Flights as Ceasefire Looms

Israel's Airports Authority and Transport Ministry are assessing plans to expand operations at Ben-Gurion.

“Air and transportation officials are seeking to expand flights at Ben-Gurion International Airport, the Israel Airports Authority said on Wednesday”

Haaretz

Current restrictions allow only one takeoff or landing per hour, with outbound flights capped at 100 passengers.

Haaretz

The main obstacle remains the U.S. military's presence at the airport, which serves as a joint U.S.-Israeli military airfield.

Arkia is preparing to resume a full flight schedule starting May 3.

Throughout April, Arkia plans to operate flights to multiple international destinations.

The Jerusalem Post

Passengers holding existing tickets will be prioritized for rebooking.

Authorities are examining the option of reopening Ramon Airport near Eilat.

“Israel’s Airports Authority said Wednesday it is conducting ongoing assessments with all partners and considering expanding operations at its facilities, in line with directives from security officials and the Transportation Ministry”

Ynetnews

Easing restrictions at Ben-Gurion may remain in place through early May.

The transportation minister had called for increasing flight frequency and passenger limits.