Royal Jordanian Airlines announced an agreement to resume its flights between Amman and Tripoli starting September 17, after years of suspension. The regional agent for Royal Jordanian in Libya, chairman of Pluto Travel and Tourism, Ehsam Bin Fayed, stated that the company would facilitate visa issuance for Libyan citizens traveling to Jordan for medical or tourism purposes.
In July, a delegation from the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Authority visited Libya to assess the feasibility of resuming direct flights, inspecting the infrastructure and logistics of Tripoli’s airport. Samer Al Majali, CEO of Royal Jordanian, confirmed plans to operate at least three daily flights to Libya, having conducted security assessments at Libyan airports.
The suspension of flights between Jordan and Libya can be attributed to broader regional security concerns, specifically escalating tensions in the Middle East. Jordan temporarily closed its airspace due to immediate security risks, which included potential threats from Iranian drone attacks and other regional conflicts. This precautionary measure impacted various flight operations, leading to cancellations, diversions, or delays of flights scheduled to travel through Jordanian airspace.
These tensions also prompted Jordan to address interference issues affecting the Global Positioning System (GPS), which were traced back to neighboring countries, affecting not only civil aviation but also the operational integrity of various navigational and communication systems within Jordan.
