From The Straits Times · · 50s
Trump's US-Lebanon Flights Hit Roadblock
US flight plans to Lebanon blocked by airport safety issues.
In brief
US flight plans to Lebanon blocked by airport safety issues. Trump's attempt to restart direct US flights to Lebanon faces delays due to airport safety certifications. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
US flight plan to Lebanon
Trump signed an order to allow direct US-Beirut flights after four decades of suspension.
Airport certification issue
Lebanon's main airport lacks valid certification for US flights according to ICAO.
Airport safety concerns
Beirut airport's firefighting resources are for single-aisle planes, not twin-aisle jets.
Emergency plan missing
Beirut airport lacks an emergency plan and its conditional certification has expired.
Regulator shortcomings
Lebanese aviation regulator lacks qualified inspectors and accident investigation authority.
Lebanese response
Lebanese officials say they are addressing issues but war delays progress.
US safety warnings
US advises Americans not to travel to Lebanon due to safety concerns.
What to remember
Trump's attempt to restart direct US flights to Lebanon faces delays due to airport safety certifications.
