Lebanon’s aviation regulator is conducting a safety audit of Middle East Airlines (MEA) after pilot groups raised complaints about flight operations and safety reporting. Letters seen by Reuters say the audit is prompted by concerns that crews are being asked to fly near airstrikes and that pilots who report safety incidents may face penalties. The audit places additional scrutiny on the Beirut-based flag carrier, which has continued operating routes to keep Lebanon connected despite the country’s financial collapse and the impact of the regional conflict. The reporting also notes that, since late February, many foreign airlines have avoided parts of the Middle East airspace due to missile and drone risks, while MEA has kept flying through higher-risk conditions. Both outlets describe the same audit initiative and the general focus on pilot-raised safety issues. Details of the audit’s scope, timing, and any findings are not provided in the excerpts.
Lebanon launches safety audit of Middle East Airlines after pilot groups raise concerns
Lebanon’s aviation regulator is conducting a safety audit of Middle East Airlines (MEA) after pilot groups raised complaints about flight operations and safety reporting. Letters seen by Reuters say t...
- Lebanon’s aviation regulator launches a safety audit of Middle East Airlines (MEA).
- Pilot groups raise concerns that crews may be asked to fly close to airstrikes.
- Pilot complaints also include alleged penalties for reporting safety incidents.
- The audit focuses on the Beirut-based flag carrier’s safety practices.
- ME A continues operating through conflict and Lebanon’s financial difficulties while some foreign airlines avoid parts of regional airspace.
By Allison LampertJune 3 (Reuters) - Lebanon's aviation regulator has carried out a safety audit of Middle East Airlines as pilot groups raised concerns that crews were being asked to fly close to airstrikes and penalized for reporting safety incidents, letters seen by Reuters show.The audit puts scrutiny on Beirut-based flag carrier MEA, which has kept Lebanon connected through war and financial collapse even as many foreign airlines have avoided large parts of Middle East airspace because of missile and drone risks since the Iran war began on February 28.
2 months agoThe audit puts scrutiny on the Beirut-based flag carrier, which has kept the country connected through war and financial collapse.
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