News / Israel update: airlines warned of high risks of operating in a war zone

© Mike Fuchslocher

Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport (LLBG/TLV) remains open to traffic – but several major airlines have yet to lift their suspension of flights to and from Israel’s main air hub, as security remains a key issue after the deadly attack by Hamas last Saturday.

British Airways has changed its daily flights from London Heathrow to Tel Aviv so they depart in the morning, instead of the afternoon. It is thought the move is to avoid crew having to stay overnight in ...