Israel Airports Authority: Delays expected at Ben Gurion Airport due to Greek air traffic
Greek aviation authorities have limited the number of flights permitted to traverse their airspace en route to Europe. Passengers departing from Ben Gurion Airport are advised to verify their flight schedules with their respective airlines.
The Israel Airports Authority is updating the public on expected delays at Ben Gurion Airport due to significant air traffic congestion in Greece. In an official statement, the authority noted:
"Following air traffic congestion over Greece, Greek aviation authorities are currently limiting the number of flights permitted to pass through their airspace on their way to Europe. As a result, delays are expected for some flights departing from Ben Gurion Airport in the coming hours. We recommend that passengers check with their airlines regarding their flight times before arriving at the airport."
This is not the first time such disruptions have occurred in Greece. At the end of July, a malfunction in the Greek air traffic control radar system caused delays at the Israeli airport. Last February, widespread delays were recorded at Athens Airport following a system failure, and in January, control systems collapsed entirely, leading to a near-total shutdown of air traffic for a significant period.
Last Thursday, approximately 101,000 passengers passed through Ben Gurion Airport, marking the busiest day since the start of the summer. In total, about 2.6 million passengers are expected to transit through the airport throughout August, with the possibility of further records being set later in the month.
