Lufthansa prolongs flight halt to Tel Aviv until June 22 due to continuing turmoil
Lufthansa prolongs flight suspension to Tel Aviv, extending it until 22 June.
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The Lufthansa group has announced a prolonged cessation of flights to Israel, refraining from flying to Tel Aviv International Airport until June 22.
This suspension was originally imposed in early May following a rocket strike close to the airport in Tel Aviv.
The airline group, comprising Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, Brussels, Eurowings, Ita, and Lufthansa Cargo, remains grounded until the end of June due to escalating turmoil in the region. Passengers booked on affected flights may cancel or rearrange their tickets free of charge, as per the airline's announcement.
Reports indicate the initial intention was to extend the suspension until June 8 or June 15, but they've now extended it further to June 22. The ongoing tension and military actions in the Gaza Strip appear to be the primary drivers behind the extended ban [1][3].
The decision reflects the airline's emphasis on ensuring passenger and crew safety amidst the ongoing instability [3].
[1] ntv.de, dpa[2] Information source omitted for brevity and relevance[3] Information source omitted for brevity and relevance
- The Lufthansa group's prolonged halt in flights to Tel Aviv, initially lasting until June 8 or June 15, has been further extended to June 22, under the community policy that prioritizes safety, due to the turbulent industry conditions in the region, exacerbated by ongoing military actions in the Gaza Strip.
- Amidst the suspension of Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, Brussels, Eurowings, Ita, and Lufthansa Cargo flights to Tel Aviv, passengers are offered the flexibility to cancel or rearrange their tickets free of charge under the employment policy, as the airline grapples with the financial implications of the situation in the aviation sector.
- The extended suspension of flights to Tel Aviv International Airport by Lufthansa, particularly in the context of the ongoing turmoil, underscores the need for businesses in the transportation sector to prioritize the wellbeing of both passengers and crew, contributing to a safer lifestyle for all travelers.
