Lebanon's Middle East Airlines: Defying Danger to Keep the Nation Connected

Despite ongoing conflicts and missile threats in the Middle East, Lebanon's Middle East Airlines (MEA) continues to operate, maintaining its crucial link to the outside world. Pilots have reported seeing missiles during flights, but airlines persist due to limited route options and established safety protocols. MEA's operations are supported by reassurances from the Lebanese government and foreign embassies that Beirut's airport will remain a civilian zone. The situation highlights the calculated risks airlines take to navigate restricted airspaces safely.