Airlines and Destinations
Air services to Libya were suspended during the civil war of 2011, airlines have started returning since the situation has stabilised, this included three foreign carriers launching service to Mitiga on a temporary basis, as the main Tripoli International Airport was closed to traffic.
Of these Tunisair suspended flights to the airport due to a major security lapse, endangering crew and passengers onboard one of their aircraft, they have now resumed service to Tripoli International.
Alitalia and Turkish Airlines also moved back to Tripoli International after it reopened. Turkish now operate cargo flights to Mitiga.
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