Current:Home > reviewsHamas attacks in Israel: Airlines that have suspended flights amid a travel advisory -ProfitSphere Academy
Hamas attacks in Israel: Airlines that have suspended flights amid a travel advisory
View
Date:2025-04-15 08:05:22
Hundreds of people have died and thousands more are injured in Israel and Gaza after Hamas militants fired rockets from Gaza into Israel Saturday, Israeli authorities said.
The Israeli Defense Forces have declared "a state of alert for war," according to a statement issued by the IDF early Saturday morning.
Is there a travel advisory to Israel?
The U.S. State Department is advising citizens to exercise increased caution if traveling to Israel or West Bank due to "terrorism and civil unrest," and it currently has a "do not travel" advisory for Gaza.
The department said in an update Sunday that the situation "remains dynamic; mortar and rocket fire may take place without warning."
MORE: How will America respond to the attack against Israel?
Is travel to Israel suspended?
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday urged U.S. airlines and pilots to "use caution" when flying in Israeli airspace.
The agency issued a NOTAM, or Notice to Air Missions, to pilots following the unrest that reads, in part, "potentially hazardous situation" and "operators are advised to exercise extreme caution."
Which airlines have canceled flights?
Several airlines on Saturday temporarily suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv.
United Airlines said it will suspend operations to Israel, telling ABC News: "The safety of our customers and crew is our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation and we are adjusting flight schedules as required."
American Airlines also temporarily suspended operations, saying in a statement: "We will continue to monitor the situation with safety and security top of mind and will adjust our operation as needed."
Delta Air Lines canceled scheduled flights into and out of Tel Aviv this weekend.
The airline said it's working to "safely transport Delta people back to the U.S. and will work with the U.S. government as needed to assist with the repatriation of U.S. citizens who want to return home."
Both United and Delta announced travel waivers following the attacks.
MORE: GOP criticism that White House funded Iran ahead of Israel attack is 'false narrative,' Blinken argues
Flights out of Tel Aviv
On Sunday, flights were still arriving and departing from Tel Aviv on Sunday, according to flight tracker FlightAware.
How to get out of Israel
U.S. citizens in Israel "should follow local government advice to increase their security awareness and remain safe," the State Department said. Citizens who need assistance should fill out the crisis intake form to contact their nearest U.S. embassy or consulate
"U.S. citizens who wish to leave and can do so safely are advised to check the status of the border crossings or verify flights have not been canceled before heading to the Ben Gurion Airport," the department said.
ABC News' Amanda Maile contributed to this report.
veryGood! (115)
Related
- 2025 'Doomsday Clock': This is how close we are to self
- The banking system that loaned billions to SVB and First Republic
- He's trying to fix the IRS and has $80 billion to play with. This is his plan
- CNN announces it's parted ways with news anchor Don Lemon
- Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow owns a $3 million Batmobile Tumbler
- Warmer Nights Caused by Climate Change Take a Toll on Sleep
- Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky Break Up After 27 Years of Marriage
- Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian Showcases Baby Bump in Elevator Selfie
- Federal hiring is about to get the Trump treatment
- The US May Have Scored a Climate Victory in Congress, but It Will Be in the Hot Seat With Other Major Emitters at UN Climate Talks
Ranking
- Most popular books of the week: See what topped USA TODAY's bestselling books list
- Bethany Hamilton Welcomes Baby No. 4, Her First Daughter
- Amy Schumer Crashes Joy Ride Cast's Press Junket in the Most Epic Way
- Inside Clean Energy: Here’s How Compressed Air Can Provide Long-Duration Energy Storage
- Finally, good retirement news! Southwest pilots' plan is a bright spot, experts say
- Meet the 'financial hype woman' who wants you to talk about money
- The economics of the influencer industry
- The Year in Climate Photos
Recommendation
Who are the most valuable sports franchises? Forbes releases new list of top 50 teams
Dream Kardashian, Stormi Webster and More Kardashian-Jenner Kids Have a Barbie Girls' Day Out
Would you live next to co-workers for the right price? This company is betting yes
Great Scott! 30 Secrets About Back to the Future Revealed
Angelina Jolie nearly fainted making Maria Callas movie: 'My body wasn’t strong enough'
Gwyneth Paltrow Poses Topless in Poolside Selfie With Husband Brad Falchuk
What's Your Worth?
Roy Wood Jr. wants laughs from White House Correspondents' speech — and reparations