Larnaca and Paphos airports have been placed on emergency standby following requests for aircraft originally bound for Israel to make unscheduled landings in Cyprus, with multiple flights already accommodated and all scheduled Israel services cancelled.
Both airports have received and processed emergency landing requests from Israel, according to information from Hermes airport operator. The situation remains fluid with passenger numbers continuing to fluctuate as regional tensions escalate.
The emergency was prompted after Israel launched an attack on Iran this morning, prompting a strike in response by Iran.
Flight cancellations and diversions
At least 11 flights between Cyprus and Israel have been cancelled as of the latest update. Airport authorities are managing ongoing requests for emergency accommodations whilst maintaining operational capacity for diverted aircraft.
Airspace impact
Radar imagery shows significant clearing of airspace between Iran and Israel, indicating widespread flight path alterations across the eastern Mediterranean region.
Cyprus Civil Aviation Department has coordinated with international aviation authorities to manage the influx of diverted flights whilst ensuring continued airport operations for other scheduled services.
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