Turkish Airlines plans to add 225 Boeing jets amid Middle East chaos disrupting global flights. Flag carrier of Turkey, flying to 352 destinations.
A US-bound flight from New York has diverted to Dublin due to a medical emergency, while a European flight from Dubai has made refueling stops over Greece and Cyprus. These incidents reflect ongoing safety and geopolitical considerations affecting international air travel today.
A Cessna Citation struck multiple deer during takeoff from North Palm Beach, Florida, prompting an emergency landing at Palm Beach International Airport. No injuries reported. The pilot declared an emergency after hitting four or five deer on the nose gear and wings, an incident described as extremely rare.
Since February 28, 2026, coordinated US and Israeli strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader, triggering widespread airspace closures across the Middle East. Key hubs including Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi suspended operations, canceling thousands of flights and stranding hundreds of thousands globally. Airlines rerouted flights, causing delays and increased costs, with uncertainty over the duration of disruptions.
Several Middle Eastern countries, including the UAE, Israel, and Qatar, closed their airspace on Saturday, affecting major airlines and rerouting flights. European and US carriers also adjusted routes, leading to delays and cancellations amid escalating regional tensions.
Israel has restricted outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport to one per hour with 50 passengers, due to Iranian missile threats. Many international airlines have canceled or suspended flights, disrupting Passover travel plans. Israeli carriers are shifting some operations to neighboring airports in Egypt and Jordan.