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Beirut Airport Operates Amid Israel-Hezbollah Conflict, Renovations Planned

4/12/2026

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Beirut Airport remains operational amid the ongoing Israel–Hezbollah conflict, with Lebanon's civil aviation authority assured of safety.
Despite heavy Israeli strikes on southern suburbs, flight traffic has declined significantly and Middle East Airlines (MEA) operates a reduced schedule.
A MEA pilot noted that commercial and military aircraft use separate air corridors, minimizing risks.
Airport officials are leveraging current low traffic to advance renovations and increase capacity for future travelers.

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Beirut Airport remains operational amid the ongoing Israel–Hezbollah conflict, with Lebanon's civil aviation authority assured of safety.
Despite heavy Israeli strikes on southern suburbs, flight traffic has declined significantly and Middle East Airlines (MEA) operates a reduced schedule.
A MEA pilot noted that commercial and military aircraft use separate air corridors, minimizing risks.
Airport officials are leveraging current low traffic to advance renovations and increase capacity for future travelers.