Israeli Plane Diverted to Turkey Faces Refueling Denial
El Al flight forced to land in Antalya for medical emergency but encounters complications with Turkish airport authorities.
- El Al flight from Warsaw to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Antalya due to a medical issue on board.
- Turkish airport staff initially refused to refuel the plane, citing procedural requirements.
- The plane remained on the tarmac for hours with passengers unable to deplane, except for the ill passenger.
- Conflicting reports emerged on whether the refueling denial was a decision by Turkish officials or the El Al captain.
- The flight eventually refueled in Rhodes, Greece, before continuing to Tel Aviv.