Simchas Torah War - Flights Discussion Thread

[Danlover111]

Flight Cancelled

Link?

[Euclid]

Link?

If this was the one that Amudim was part of arranging, they sent out an email (to interested parties) saying it's canceled

[SHL]

Any options from LCA to LON tomorrow

[SHL]

If this was the one that Amudim was part of arranging, they sent out an email (to interested parties) saying it's canceled

Interesting
If my source was correct the Amudim flight departed as ly09 and is landing in an hour

[Euclid]

Interesting
If my source was correct the Amudim flight departed as ly09 and is landing in an hour

There were 2 Amudim flights. Today and tomorrow

[AsherO]

Flight Cancelled

Full refunds?

[SHL]

If this was the one that Amudim was part of arranging, they sent out an email (to interested parties) saying it's canceled

Unless there were more than 1

[AsherO]

There were 2 Amudim flights. Today and tomorrow

One was LY the other a charter? (or was the first one a charter too?… flight number LY9 implies otherwise)

[mlardi]

Full refunds?

Dear Valued Customer,

It is with a heavy heart that we inform you about the regrettable cancellation of the chartered flight initially slated for October 12th.  Unfortunately, due to today's events, the carrier has opted to withdraw from the contract. Please know that this decision was not taken lightly; every possible effort was made to prevent this situation, and its final outcome.

The overwhelming majority of carriers were hesitant to consider operating this flight due to the risks and limitations imposed by their insurance companies. At Lalechet, we tirelessly worked to secure an aircraft, acquire the necessary permits, insurance, and slots. Thankfully, we successfully secured all prerequisites and made the required deposits for the flight.

Today, an unfortunate incident occurred as rockets were directed at Ben Gurion Airport, leading the government to temporarily suspend all inbound and outbound flights. Given the heightened safety concerns and the associated time constraints, we received notice that the aircraft is no longer available to service this flight.

Our immediate focus is on processing refunds for all received payments. All credit card pre-authorization holds are being promptly released. In the forthcoming email, you will receive a form requesting your transfer instructions, enabling us to promptly return the funds.

Please rest assured that we are actively working on arranging alternative flights, and we will provide you with all necessary details as soon as they are available.

We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and genuinely appreciate your understanding during this unexpected situation.

Your safety and satisfaction continue to be our utmost priority.

[SHL]

One was LY the other a charter? (or was the first one a charter too?… flight number LY9 implies otherwise)

Ly09 seems to have been a charter
It is not a regularly operated flight

[Jeremiah]

Phantom award space

[SHL]

Phantom award space

Award availability was not specified
Was available for cash earlier today

[Jeremiah]

Was sarcastic about awards with these airlines

[yuneeq]

Please share:

Private jet leaving tomorrow from Miami to Israel. If you know Tzav 8 fighters who need to get back home DM Gil at +1 (917) 597-81 eight one. 6 to 8 seats open.

[ad120]

Hello All,

It's been pretty busy week.
I've been fortunate to be able to help people out of Israel and then onwards home.

We have sent  people to Italy,Spain, Portugal,UK, Slovenia, Germany, & UAE.

We intentionally did not send people to Cyprus because it's difficult to find flights onwards. In fact we advised a client not to fly private to Larnaca because of that reason. They didn't listen and went anyways. We eventually got them a flight on Thursday from Paphos to London for their party of 7. Flights from Larnaca weren't available. My advice to people on the Island to get off because more people may be coming and will soon need to get off. It will be harder at that point with more people wanting to continue onwards.

My advice to anyone still in Israel that would like to leave is to use a good travel agent. Seats are released and are gone in seconds. By the time you fill out your info on the airline checkout page it's long gone. Travel Agents can take the seats and secure it before adding a name.

If you need assistance PM me and I'll be glad to help. Keep in mind that prices are higher than normal and that's not us taking advantage of the situation.

[TBD]

https://www.flightradar24.com/5201/32674e0f
Flights leaving TLV are going a long way out

[Ly18]

Link?

[SHL]

First airline I have seen to offer reimbursement for hotel and meals instead of claiming war

[tavster]

 

https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/el-al-to-fly-on-saturday-for-1st-time-in-41-years-to-bring-reservists-to-israel/

[JMHO]

Are you surprised?