Rescue flights from Dubai again in question: "Cancellation likely starting tomorrow"

Rescue flights from Dubai to Israel are once again at risk of cancellation starting tomorrow, as temporary arrangements that enabled their current operation come to an end. Under the arrangement, passengers flew with only a handbag while suitcases were sent separately on cargo planes. Now, without an agreed solution, security clearance from the Shin Bet and a resolution to the dispute over security requirements in Dubai are needed. A senior aviation industry official warns that tomorrow's flights may be canceled, and the Transportation Ministry is exerting pressure to find a solution.

Rescue flights from Dubai to Israel are once again at risk of cancellation starting tomorrow (Monday), as temporary arrangements that enabled their current operation come to an end. Under the arrangement, passengers flew with only a handbag, while suitcases were sent separately via cargo planes. Now, without an agreed solution, security clearance from the Shin Bet is required to operate the flights, and simultaneously there is a dispute over security requirements at Dubai airport. According to a senior aviation industry official, as long as the required clearance is not obtained and a solution to the security issue is not found, the rescue flights scheduled for tomorrow are at risk of cancellation. This means additional passengers currently in Dubai waiting for a flight to Israel may be left without the ability to return via rescue flights. The article notes that the Emirates are angry at this stage, and there are no agreements with them regarding tomorrow. The Transportation Ministry is expected to continue exerting pressure to reach a solution and allow the flights to continue. Among the options being considered is the possibility of continuing the format of flights with only hand luggage, with suitcases transferred to Israel separately via cargo flights, as has been done so far. A decision is expected based on developments in the coming hours.