FAA decision to let Israel flights resume applauded

conference of presidents logoNEW YORK (Press Release) — The decision of the Federal Aviation Administration to permit flights between the United States and Tel Aviv to resume was applauded Thursday, July 24, by the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.

Robert G. Sugarman, Chairman, and Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman, said, “We welcome the announcement by the Federal Aviation Administration that flights to Tel Aviv by American carriers resumed this morning. We believe this is a very important decision and deprives Hamas of a perceived victory in its war against the State and people of Israel.

“Few people realize the economic damage to Israel caused by the ongoing rocket attacks and Israel’s efforts to stop them and protect their citizens. The tourism industry has been badly hurt, many businesses are being impacted, as well as widespread disruption of daily life which take a heavy toll. Enabling those who wish to travel to Israel to do so is reassuring to the people of Israel that they are not alone in their battle for their safety and security.”

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