Navigation systems or aircraft management methods as an option to air traffic control
Amidst the escalating turmoil in the Middle East, thousands of vacation-bound Russians might find their travel plans grounded due to suspended flights. Air Arabia has halts flights to Russia, along with other countries, while Flydubai, temporarily halting flights, has resumed operations from Moscow to the United Arab Emirates. Russian airlines have been barred from flying over Israeli, Jordanian, Iraqi, and Iranian airspace until June 26, according to Rosaviatsiya. The Russian foreign ministry urges citizens to refrain from traveling to the region.
The Russian Embassy in Tel Aviv advises Russians already in Israel to leave the country, or follow instructions from the authorities and seek safe shelter if needed. However, many tourists cannot leave due to flight suspensions, and are exploring unconventional methods like traveling by private yachts or boats to Cyprus, or ferry to the Emirates. An alternative proposal involves transporting tourists to the Jordanian border, from where they could potentially reach Amman, but this option is complicated due to Jordanian airspace also being closed.
The 51-member Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra and the crew of the TV series "Tough to Be a God" were stranded in Iran. The team was evacuated to Azerbaijan, with their director Fyodor Bondarchuk expressing gratitude to Azerbaijan's president, Heydar Aliyev, as well as the Russian Embassy and the ministry of culture for their help. Group members are now crossing the border, some flying immediately while others will depart later.
Locals in Iran express some apprehension but no panic about the situation. Naila Musavi, founder of the Persian rug brand Persepolis, explains that her organization plans to evacuate trapped tourists by ferry to the Emirates, once communication is restored. Russian tourists are advised to adhere to the safety regulations of the countries they visit, stresses Roman Bublikov, head of the Center for the Protection of Russian Citizens Abroad.
The Israeli-Iranian conflict has resulted in airspace closures, making air travel impossible. However, Israel's security system is well-established and equipped to handle such situations, as demonstrated during the night attack on Iran. Israeli authorities have advised citizens to move towards bomb shelters during tourist regions. Civilian aircraft have been evacuated from Ben Gurion Airport, with flights redirected to airports in Cyprus and Greece.
[1] https://www.arabianbusiness.com/business-aviation/862031-middle-east-tensions-force-airlines-to-alter-routes-and-cancel-flights
[2] https://www.cyprus-mail.com/2021/06/12/middle-east-tensions-may-hit-cyprus-tourism-hospitality-sector/
[3] https://greekcitytimes.com/2021/06/10/greece-tourism-middle-east-tensions/
[4] https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-carries-out-attack-israeli-ships-america-interests-2021-05-08/
- Due to the unforeseen travel disruptions caused by the Middle Eastern unrest, some adventurous tourists are considering a lifestyle change, opting for unconventional means of travel like private yachts or boats to Cyprus or using ferries to the Emirates.
- As the Israeli-Iranian conflict results in airspace closures, making air travel impossible, the Russian Embassy in Tel Aviv advises tourists already in Israel to explore alternative options for travel, such as ferries to the Emirates or land travel to Jordan, while adhering to safety regulations of the countries they visit.
