Safir Arjan: Israel's sky cleared

Surveys show that the sky of the occupied territories is currently completely free of any flights. The reason for the announcement is the notice that was issued to Ben Gurion Airport and it is claimed that the reason for this issue is maintenance and infrastructure operations.

Ambassador Arjan: Surveys show that the skies of the occupied territories are currently completely free of any flights.

The reason for the announcement is the notice that was issued to Ben Gurion Airport and it is claimed that the reason for this issue is maintenance and infrastructure operations.

According to the official NOTAM (Aviation Notice) No. A0354/26, Ben-Gurion is closed to flights today, October 16, 2026 from 18:00 to 22:55 OPT. The official text of the claim reads: AD CLSD DUE WIP

The airport is closed due to ongoing work operations.