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Lebanon launches safety audit of Middle East Airlines amid pilot groups’ complaints
Pilot groups said crews were sent near airstrikes and punished for reporting safety issues, while MEA said the audit confirmed compliance.
- Lebanon's aviation regulator, the Lebanese Civil Aviation Authority , conducted a safety audit of Middle East Airlines following concerns from pilot groups that crews were asked to fly near airstrikes and penalized for reporting safety incidents.
- IFALPA President Ron Hay called flying civilian aircraft in conflict zones an "unconscionable risk," though MEA maintains it continues operations "after acquiring international guarantees that the airport would remain outside the conflict area."
- Pilot groups flagged that MEA provided financial support to LCAA employees, including three aviation safety workers, though the airline stated this assistance did not affect the agency's "independence, authority, or oversight responsibilities."
- LCAA head Mohammed Aziz confirmed a closing meeting occurred on Monday, but the audit remains under review while the regulator mediates between MEA and pilots despite the airline's claim results "refuted" allegations.
- Partners including Air France and Delta Air Lines are monitoring the situation as MEA, operating around 20 planes, emphasizes its strong safety record and 60-year accident-free history.
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