Travel

14
Oct 2021
6:55 UTC

Israel Tactical: Airspace over Golan Heights reportedly closed during morning hours (local time) of October 14; reconfirm itineraries

Please be advised:

  • Reports indicate that Israeli authorities have closed the airspace over the Golan Heights to civilian aircraft during the morning hours of October 14. 
  • According to an unconfirmed report, the airspace closure will be in effect for the duration of October 14. 
  • The decision has been taken following alleged Israeli airstrikes in Syria’s Homs Province during the overnight hours of October 13-14. The airstrikes reportedly killed one Syrian Arab Army (SAA) soldier and wounded three others. 

Recommendations:

Those traveling to and from Israel on October 14 are advised to reconfirm travel itineraries due to the reported airspace closure over the Golan Heights. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL High
AFFECTED AREA Golan Heights; Israel
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible

Please be advised:

  • Reports indicate that Israeli authorities have closed the airspace over the Golan Heights to civilian aircraft during the morning hours of October 14. 
  • According to an unconfirmed report, the airspace closure will be in effect for the duration of October 14. 
  • The decision has been taken following alleged Israeli airstrikes in Syria’s Homs Province during the overnight hours of October 13-14. The airstrikes reportedly killed one Syrian Arab Army (SAA) soldier and wounded three others. 

Recommendations:

Those traveling to and from Israel on October 14 are advised to reconfirm travel itineraries due to the reported airspace closure over the Golan Heights. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL High
AFFECTED AREA Golan Heights; Israel
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible